Rômulo, on loan from Palmeiras, focused on Novorizontino, not future | OneFootball

The name of the attacking midfielder Rômulo has been trending in recent days leading up to the final of the Paulista Championship. On loan from Palmeiras, the player avoided talking about his future and emphasized his focus on Novorizontino, which ended as the runner-up in the State Championship last Sunday.

“I played this Paulista Championship fully focused on Novorizontino, and I still am. I leave it in God's hands. For now, nothing has come to me in terms of offers. I am focused on Novorizontino, working hard. There's also the matter of Palmeiras, as I have a contract. I leave it in God's hands, and I will continue working and giving my best,” he stated.

Rômulo was doubtful for the final and missed the first leg, which ended with Palmeiras winning 1-0 at Arena Crefisa Barueri. For the return match, Novorizontino decided to pay the penalty fee, as stipulated in the loan agreement, to have the player available for the decision.

However, Rômulo's presence was not enough for Novorizontino to turn the game around. The team led by Enderson Moreira suffered another defeat, 2-1, and saw Palmeiras lift their 27th title.

Rômulo's Numbers in the Paulista Championship

Rômulo finished the Paulista Championship with five goals and three assists in nine games.

“I sought my space. I know what I'm doing, my work. And it won't be different; I will always seek my space and continue working to do my best,” he concluded.

Novorizontino's Next Steps

After finishing as the runner-up in the Paulista Championship, Novorizontino now focuses on the Série B of the Brazilian Championship and the Copa do Brasil.

Next Game for Novorizontino

Game: Mixto-MT vs. Novorizontino Competition: Copa do Brasil Date and Time: March 12, 2026, at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) Location: Dutrinha, in Cuiabá (MT)

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