Ex-Flamengo star Gabigol could leave Cruzeiro for a move to an Arab club | OneFootball

Gabigol Becomes a Reserve at Cruzeiro Due to Kaio Jorge's Good Performance

Gabigol left Flamengo at the beginning of this season, after not renewing his contract with the red-black team to join Cruzeiro. However, the former striker of the Most Loved team may leave the Minas Gerais club and secure a transfer to Arab football.

According to 'Rádio Tupi', Gabigol has an uncertain future at Cruzeiro. This is because the former Flamengo player has become a reserve and has also sparked interest from Saudi Arabian clubs. Therefore, the former Most Loved striker may leave Brazilian football if there is a positive outcome to the negotiations.

WHAT ARE THE REASONS FOR A POSSIBLE DEPARTURE?

Currently, Gabigol has become a reserve at Cruzeiro due to Kaio Jorge's great phase, top scorer of the Brazilian Championship. In addition, the Belo Horizonte team has been seeking reinforcements in the market for the attack. Finally, the player has sparked interest from international clubs.

HOW IS GABIGOL'S SEASON GOING?

Gabigol arrived at Cruzeiro at the beginning of the season. In 2025, the former Flamengo player participated in 30 games for the team led by Leonardo Jardim. During this period, he scored 11 goals and provided four assists for his teammates.

AND FLAMENGO?

While Gabigol and Cruzeiro have already been eliminated from international tournaments, Flamengo remains active. Last Wednesday (13), the red-black team defeated Internacional 1-0 and took the lead in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores, in a match played at the Maracanã. Bruno Henrique was the author of the only goal.

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