São Paulo confirm Luciano’s new deal: “I want to make history” | OneFootball

As AVANTE MEU TRICOLOR had already anticipated, São Paulo officially announced this Friday (20th) the contract renewal of forward Luciano until December 31, 2028, with targets set for an automatic extension until December 31, 2029. The previous contract of the 32-year-old player was set to expire at the end of this year.

“What makes me happiest is hearing that Luciano is as intense as a fan on the field, that Luciano represents the feelings of São Paulo supporters. I’ve lived moments that will stay forever in my memory, and in my family’s, and I want to keep writing this story,” said the number 10.

“Luciano is a pillar of our squad. He’s had consistent numbers since arriving at the club, has earned the respect of São Paulo fans, and will certainly continue to contribute to the club’s goals. It’s a pleasure to ensure his stay for a longer period,” commented president Harry Massis Júnior.

“Luciano’s renewal was endorsed by himself, day by day. On the field, with significant numbers, and off the field, with an increasingly prominent leadership role within our group. Having players with this level of identification with the fans is something we consider crucial,” added Rui Costa, the club’s football executive.

Luciano arrived at Tricolor in August 2020, coming from Grêmio, and quickly identified with the club. His calling card was being the top scorer of that year’s Brazilian Championship, with the same 18 goals as Claudinho, from Bragantino.

Today, the forward has 330 matches and 105 goals for the club. He is already the 18th highest scorer in São Paulo’s history, and the third highest this century, behind only Luis Fabiano (212 goals) and Rogério Ceni (112 goals). Luciano has also provided 33 assists to his teammates, the latest to Lucas Ramon in the 2-1 victory over Ponte Preta, the team’s most recent match.

Wearing number 11 on his back, the Anápolis native was decisive in winning the 2021 Paulista Championship, scoring a goal in the grand final against Palmeiras. Owner of the number 10 shirt since 2023, Luciano helped the club win its first-ever Copa do Brasil trophy in 2023 and the Supercopa Rei in 2024.

The forward was the top scorer of the squad in 2023 (15 goals), 2024 (18 goals), and 2025 (17 goals). Interestingly, these were not his seasons with the most goals for the club: he found the net 21 times in 2020 and 2022, years in which the top scorers were Brenner (22 goals) and Calleri (27 goals), respectively.

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