Palmeiras eye 2026 with Carlos Miguel, may rotate with Weverton | OneFootball

At Palmeiras since 2018, Weverton is not expected to start the 2026 season as a starter for the first time since 2019. After seven consecutive years as the main goalkeeper, he is likely to lose his spot in the starting lineup right at the beginning of the year. Behind the scenes, the expectation is that Carlos Miguel will begin the season as the starting goalkeeper.

Planned goalkeeper rotation

According to information gathered by NOSSO PALESTRA, Palmeiras is working with the idea of a goalkeeper rotation throughout 2026. The format is similar to that adopted by some European clubs, who alternate their goalkeepers according to:

This practice is considered internally as a way to distribute the match load, reduce wear and tear over the course of the calendar, and keep more players in game rhythm.

Transition scenario

Weverton, 38 years old, went through his first season of greater scrutiny since arriving at the club. Even so, he still enjoys internal prestige and leadership within the squad. The adoption of rotation is not seen as a definitive removal, but as a gradual transition process in the position.

Carlos Miguel, in turn, is seen as an option to take on a greater role throughout the year.

Consolidation of a new model

With this, Palmeiras is moving towards abandoning the figure of an “undisputed starter” in goal, something that marked the Weverton era at the club from 2019 to 2025. The decision on how to divide matches will be made according to the competitions and technical decisions throughout the season.

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