Billal Brahimi cleared to play, could make Santos debut | OneFootball

Santos has gained another option for its attack. The Algerian Billal Brahimi had his contract registered in the CBF’s Daily Informative Bulletin (BID) this Thursday and is now cleared to make his debut for the club. As a result, the 25-year-old forward can be included by coach Juan Pablo Vojvoda for the match against Red Bull Bragantino, Sunday (28th), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Estádio Cícero de Souza Marques, in Bragança Paulista, for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship.

Officially announced last Wednesday, Brahimi has already completed two training sessions with the rest of the squad after a period of physical activities at CT Rei Pelé.

The player had been a free agent since leaving Nice, France, and signed a contract with Peixe until the end of 2026. He was the last signing made by the board in this transfer window and arrives as an important piece for the final stretch of the season.

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Born in Paris and holding Algerian nationality, the left winger preferably plays on the right side, but can also play on the left or as a second striker. Developed in the youth ranks of Paris FC, Brahimi played for several French clubs before gaining prominence at Angers, which led him to Nice.

He then gained experience at Brest and also played for Reims. He has represented the Algerian national team since 2022 and has been called up for friendlies and World Cup Qualifiers.

The new signing describes himself as a player with dribbling skills, speed, and powerful finishing. These characteristics pleased the Santos football department, which was looking for a player capable of increasing competitiveness in the attacking sector. The expectation is that Brahimi will compete for a spot with Guilherme, Rollheiser, and Barreal, offering new alternatives to Vojvoda.

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Current standings

With the victory over São Paulo, Santos jumped to 15th place, with 26 points, four more than Vitória, which is the first team in the relegation zone.

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