Out for eight months, Paulinho sets return date for Palmeiras | OneFootball

Still recovering from surgery on his right leg, Paulinho was on the field at Jorge Ismael de Biasi to celebrate the Palmeiras' title in the Campeonato Paulista this Sunday. The forward spoke about his treatment and set a timeline for his return to the field.

Paulinho revealed that he is already in physical transition, the last stage before being cleared to train with the rest of the squad. He believes he should be available for selection after the next FIFA date, which takes place from March 23 to 31.

"I'm already on the field, doing the physical transition, feeling good. Every day I'm increasing the load. I'm already training with the ball, with physical preparation, getting my body ready to be physically well," said the player in an interview with TV Gazeta.

"A few more weeks and I believe that after the FIFA date I will be fit to play," he added.

Long Absence

Paulinho has not played since Palmeiras' elimination by Chelsea in the Club World Cup in July of last year. He has been absent from the field since the second half of 2025 due to surgery on his right leg.

He underwent the operation to correct a problem that had been bothering him since his time at Atlético-MG. Signed at the beginning of 2025 with great expectations, he has yet to have a consistent run with the green and white jersey.

Paulinho has only played 16 matches for Palmeiras, scoring three goals and providing two assists.

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