Santos may cut Willian Arão after 2 months, played only vs Flamengo | OneFootball

Willian Arão has only seven minutes on the field with Santos' jersey

Absolute starter for Flamengo in the historic year of 2019, Willian Arão returned to Brazil in July 2025 to defend Santos. However, the midfielder's stint at Vila Belmiro may be nearing its end. That's because the São Paulo club is already considering terminating the player's contract, who has only seven minutes on the field.

Arão's debut and only match for Santos took place precisely against Flamengo, when the midfielder entered in the second half, in the 1-0 victory at Vila Belmiro, goal by Neymar. Since then, the player has been struggling with constant visits to the medical department and cannot maintain a sequence.

According to journalist Lucas Musetti, the 'Arão case' has become a mystery in the corridors of Vila Belmiro. The midfielder presented himself to the club with calf discomfort and, at first, it was not a concern. In the exams carried out, no injuries are found. However, the 33-year-old player continues to complain of pain.

WILL ARÃO RETURN IN SANTOS' NEXT MATCH?

Santos faces Atlético-MG next Sunday (14), in Belo Horizonte, but Arão is already ruled out. There was an expectation that the midfielder would train this Thursday (11), but it did not happen. Now, in the new planning of the technical commission, the mission is to have the player available next week. With the difficulty of the former Flamengo player to act, the intention to terminate the contract grows.

'COLD WAR' IN SANTOS?

According to Lucas Musetti, there is a 'cold war' between two sectors at Santos: medical department x Arão. The player is uncomfortable and believes he is being poorly evaluated. Meanwhile, the club's staff assure that the midfielder has no injury. In addition, the fact that the former Flamengo player has hired a private physiotherapist has caused discomfort.

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