Palmeiras’ transfer plans: centre-back, midfielder, replacements | OneFootball

After confirming the arrivals of Marlon Freitas and Jhon Arias, Palmeiras is not expected to make new signings at the start of the season and is already working on possibilities for mid-2026.

Palmeiras Planning

NOSSO PALESTRA has learned that Verdão already has a plan in place for the next transfer window. The Alviverde will work on negotiations for a defender, a defensive midfielder, and replacements for possible departures.

In the case of the defender, Palmeiras has a defined and well-known target. Nino, formerly of Fluminense and currently at Zenit, has a preliminary agreement with the club, which will seek to advance negotiations with the Russian club in the coming months.

For the defensive midfielder position, Alviverde attempted to sign Fabinho, currently at Al Ittihad, at the end of 2025. During discussions, the player indicated he was not open to returning to Brazilian football, and the interest cooled.

Despite the refusal, Verdão's management does not rule out a new attempt if the experienced player signals a change in stance and openness to return to Brazil. Other names, not disclosed at this time, are on the club's wish list.

Possible Departures

Palmeiras understands there is a possibility of losing players in the next transfer window in mid-2026. Forward Flaco López and midfielder Allan will certainly be targets for European clubs, and the Palmeiras management will evaluate each situation. In the case of the Argentine, staying after the World Cup is considered unlikely, as reported by NP.

If these and other players leave, Verdão will work on replacements in the market due to Abel Ferreira's desire to maintain the high level of the squad.

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