Esporte Clube Bahia announced, on the morning of this Thursday (05), the sale of midfielder Jota to Athletic Club. The 22-year-old player was transferred outright and the Tricolor baiano retained a percentage of the economic rights. Jota started his training in the youth categories of Palmeiras and made his professional debut for Bahia in 2025. For the club, he played 15 games and scored one goal. The midfielder was also related to the final of the 2025 Campeonato Baiano and was part of the squad that won the state title. During the last season, the player was loaned to Criciúma, but had few opportunities and ended up returning to Tricolor. At Athletic, a team that will compete in the Série B of the Brazilian Championship and the Copa do Brasil this season, Jota will be commanded by coach Alex. Bahia wishes the athlete success in the new challenge. Midfielder Jota is a talented player and his departure from the club is a loss for Tricolor. But Bahia moves forward and seeks reinforcements for the next season. The sale of Jota to Athletic Club is an example of the club's business policy, which seeks to valorize its players and invest in new talents. Tricolor baiano is always looking to improve its squad and win titles. With Jota's departure, Bahia loses an important player, but gains an opportunity to invest in other players. The club is always on the move and seeks to be better and better.