Palmeiras sign 16-year-old to first pro deal, R$606m clause | OneFootball

The Palmeiras announced this Friday (27) the signing of the first professional contract for midfielder Guilherme Kerchner, 16 years old, with a contract until January 2029. NOSSO PALESTRA learned that the agreement includes a release clause of 100 million euros (about R$ 606 million at the current exchange rate) – the club does not confirm these values.

Born in Poá (SP), the player joined the Verdão in 2018, when he was nine years old, and since then has gone through different youth categories. Currently, he is part of the Under-17 squad.

Kerchner played two matches for the Under-17 in 2025 and also participated in competitions for the Under-16. In the previous season, in 2024, he accumulated 17 games and three goals for the Under-15.

Among his achievements with the club are the titles of the Paulista Under-15 Championship in 2023 and 2024, as well as the Paulista Under-13 in 2022.

Internally, the midfielder is seen as a player with a unifying profile and the ability to perform in different roles in the midfield. He can take on more defensive roles, like a defensive midfielder, or play with more freedom in creation, fulfilling the roles of a number 8 or 10.

On social media, the young player celebrated the signing of the contract and highlighted the journey since joining the club.

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