Santos accepted the arrival of a striker thanks to a one-year loan from Cruzeiro, with a salary share and a purchase option at the end of the contract. Negotiations progressed based on the player’s interests and changes in the internal situation of the Minas Gerais club. The information was the subject of an investigation by journalist Lucas Musetti.
Santos have signed Gabriel Barbosa for next season. The striker, who belongs to Cruzeiro, will defend the Vila Belmiro club on a one-year loan, an agreement that includes a purchase option at the end of the contract. Player salaries will be split between the two teams.
The negotiation was initially publicized by journalist Lucas Musetti. The development of the deal was directly influenced by the athlete himself, who expressed interest in playing for Santos. The scenario in Cruzeiro also had an impact: the relationship with coach Tite was already tense, and the atmosphere with part of the supporters deteriorated after the lost penalty in the semi-final of the Copa do Brasil.
The celestial council prioritized a permanent transfer, but ultimately agreed to the loan model given the circumstances. With this, Gabigol temporarily leaves Belo Horizonte and becomes part of Santos’ planning for the season.
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At 29 years old, Gabriel Barbosa is under contract with Cruzeiro until December 2028 and has accumulated significant periods with Brazilian and international football clubs, as well as a consistent record with the Brazilian national team in different categories. At Peixe, the striker is expected to play a leading role in the team.
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