São Paulo open talks to extend Luciano's contract | OneFootball

Year in, year out, one thing is certain at São Paulo: Luciano will score decisive goals for the team. 2026 was a terrible year, with a string of poor results, when the number 10 stepped up. He has already scored three goals, making him the top scorer for the tricolor this season, a position he has held for the past three years.

Luciano decides, Luciano resolves... And, perhaps aware of this, São Paulo shows signs that they don't want to easily part with one of their key players.

As ‘ESPN‘ revealed and AVANTE MEU TRICOLOR confirmed, the tricolor management began talks last Monday (2) to renew the forward's contract.

Luciano's contract with the Morumbi club only runs until the end of the year. Starting in July, he could leave the team for free by signing a pre-contract with potential suitors. And yes, they exist. For several years, Arab football has had its eye on the number 10, who regularly receives inquiries from Brazilian clubs as well.

Just last year, Santos and Vasco let their interest in the forward slip. The coastal rival even proposed a swap with winger Guilherme, which was ultimately vetoed by the former tricolor management. The Rio de Janeiro clubs publicly express their interest every year, but have never formalized a proposal due to São Paulo's prior refusal to even open talks.

Luciano's staff made it clear to the management in the first conversation that the idea is to secure a contractual appreciation for their client. The renewal negotiation is not seen as simple behind the scenes, largely due to São Paulo's financial condition, which also wants to avoid the talks for a new contract turning into a "soap opera" and "auction".

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