Good signing for Santos? See how Rony fared at Atlético-MG | OneFootball

Although the year is just beginning, Santos is already experiencing a delicate phase. To try to ward off the crisis, the management sought the signing of Rony. The forward arrives from Atlético-MG, where he had more difficulties standing out compared to his time at Palmeiras.

Signed at the beginning of 2025, the 30-year-old player played 65 matches for Galo, with 54 as a starter. He scored 14 goals and provided six assists. In other words, 20 goal involvements.

Additionally, he accumulated 10 big chances created, 47 key passes, 237 duels won, and 89 fouls suffered, according to Sofascore data.

Rony is fast and can perform various roles in the offensive sector. At Atlético, he mostly played wide on the right. At Palmeiras, Abel Ferreira used to deploy him as a center forward.

At Santos, the tendency is for the forward to play on the wings, as Juan Pablo Vojvoda has Gabigol for the number 9 role. On the flanks, the options are more limited.

“He is a player who plays all over the attack, can perform in different positions. He has experience, has won titles, still has the same hunger, and we need that. He will add value. We need him and everyone,” commented the coach.

Rony has already played three matches in 2025 and, therefore, should be available for Peixe in the coming days. The São Paulo club has two consecutive classics against São Paulo ahead, one for the Paulistão and another for the Brasileirão.

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