Menino da Vila Samuel Pierri signs new Santos FC deal until 2029 | OneFootball

Menino da Vila Samuel Pierri has had his professional contract with Santos FC extended until 2029. Promoted to the first team this season, the midfielder made his professional debut against San Lorenzo at Vila Belmiro in the Copa Sudamericana and, since then, has appeared in each of the last four matches under head coach Cuca.

“This process of renewing our homegrown talents is important. The priority is always to develop new talents. Samuel Pierri is a player who has been standing out; he has been at Santos since 2018 and is now being recognized for his progress. The family’s involvement is essential, as it provides support and the hope that he, having already been introduced to the professional squad, will keep moving forward to earn his place and, above all, strengthen his value within Santos Futebol Clube,” said president Marcelo Teixeira.

Alongside president Marcelo Teixeira, the parents and sister of the Menino da Vila were present at the signing

Born in São Bento do Sapucaí, São Paulo, Samuel joined Santos FC at the age of ten and went through every youth level in the club’s field soccer system. A versatile player, he also played in every midfield position during his development at Peixe. Wearing the Sacred Jersey, he won the Paulista U-11 title in 2019, the Votorantim Cup and the Nike Premier Cup U-15 in 2023, and the Paulista U-17 title in 2024.

“It was always a childhood dream to be at Santos and be part of this history. I arrived here when I was 10 and was able to win some titles. I’m very happy now that I’ve been promoted to the professional squad. I want to make even more history here at Santos and win titles for these great fans. Now it’s about making the most of the opportunities and continuing to improve,” said the Menino da Vila at the time of his renewal.

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