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YANNICK BOLASIE has seen his contract at Chapecoense TERMINATED following the club’s relegation.
The Premier League cult hero joined the Brazilian outfit in January following their promotion to the nation’s top flight.
Bolasie, 37, had been in Brazil since 2024, having turned out for the likes of Criciúma and Cruzeiro.
He signed a one-year deal with Chapecoense but was unable to keep them from being relegated.
The attacker had only managed three goals and three assists in his 34 appearances for the club.
The club have now made the decision to terminate his contract early.
The decision was confirmed with an official statement.
It read: “The Chapecoense Football Association officially announces the termination of the contractual relationship with striker Bolasie.
“The athlete arrived at Chapecoense at the beginning of the 2026 season and played 34 official matches for the team – scoring three goals and providing three assists.
“We would like to thank Yannick Bolasie for his dedication, professionalism and daily contributions throughout his time at the club.
“In this new stage of his career, he departs with our gratitude and respect.
“Everyone at the club wishes Yannick and his family much happiness.
“The club thanks the professional and wishes him success in his future endeavours.”
Bolasie will be best remembered by Premier League fans for his spells at Crystal Palace and Everton.
The former DR Congo international played 119 times in the Prem and scored 11 goals and made 18 assists.
He also had spells at Aston Villa, Bristol City, Middlesbrough and Swansea City.