Cruzeiro set for crowded position in 2026, find out why | OneFootball

Cruzeiro will have an intense competition for the goalkeeper position in 2026. Leonardo Jardim will have Cássio, Léo Aragão, Otávio, and Matheus Cunha, who has already signed a pre-contract and is coming to be Cássio's immediate backup.

All have long-term contracts, which raises questions about the future of some of them.

The most delicate situation is that of Léo Aragão, the current first backup, with a contract renewed until 2027.

Even seen as a young player with potential, he may be loaned out next season to gain more playing time, as he is likely to lose space with the arrival of Matheus Cunha.

Otávio, a standout for the National Team in the Under-20 World Cup and internally considered the future of the position, remains the third goalkeeper and has a contract until 2028.

Meanwhile, Vitor Lamounier, 18 years old, renewed until 2029 and is the starter for the under-20 team — in addition to being the third goalkeeper when Otávio was in the international competition.

The club will have to decide how to manage so many names in the same position, especially with the prospect of developing young talents.

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