Why Santos are turning to JP Chermont and Robinho Jr in the under-20s | OneFootball

Santos has decided to send two players who are already part of the professional squad to the under-20 team. JP Chermont and Robinho Jr. strengthened the club in the 3-1 victory over Corinthians on Friday, in the return of the round of 16 of the Paulista Championship under-20.

In an interview with Gazeta Esportiva, coach Vinicius Marques explained the decision of Santos. He highlighted the good communication that exists between the professional team, led by Juan Pablo Vojvoda, and the youth team.

“Our integration with the professional team is very good. I talk to Vojvoda and his assistants. Vojvoda even participated in a training session. We also have discussions with César Sampaio, who is the football coordinator. We are always talking about some players,” he said.

“The demotion of Robinho Jr. and JP Chermont is because they are under-20 players and are in the professional team. As they need to play, the football department thought it would be interesting to give them more minutes. Whenever these professional players come down they are welcome because their technical level and maturity are a bit higher due to their experience in the professional team,” he added.

Vojvoda, by the way, was at Vila Belmiro to watch the classic, but did not want to talk to the reporters.

In the game, Chermont was deployed by Vinicius Marques as a wing on the right. Robinho Jr. was used as a playmaker, more centralized. Both were starters and were substituted during the second half.

“Chermont, due to his offensive characteristic and virtue, we used three defenders and freed Chermont on the wing. Also bringing Robinho to the middle, floating as a midfielder and with freedom behind the defensive midfielder. Thanks to the technical quality of these players and the whole group, we did an excellent job,” analyzed the under-20 coach.

Chermont's Opinion

JP Chermont saw the opportunity to play in the under-20 team in a positive light. The right back was not bothered by the demotion, on the contrary. The player highlighted his desire to be on the field, regardless of the category or championship.

“I am very happy to be back playing. I had been out for a long time. My last game was against Grêmio, when I played for seven minutes. Returning to play is very important, especially in a classic match. It's an extra joy to play against them (Corinthians). I am very happy. I had a conversation with Vojvoda and Vinicius. I wanted to play, I want to show my football. It's very sad for a player to be without playing. Even if it's under-20, I want to show them that I am good,” he said.

“I did a training session with the under-20 team. The whole week was with the professional team. Only on Thursday did I train with the under-20 team. The training was very good. An amazing similarity in quality and intensity. But, whether we like it or not, it's different. Vojvoda is very intense, which has been making me better physically, even without playing. I just want to take advantage of the opportunities I have,” he added.

The match mentioned by Chermont, against Grêmio, was on May 4, still with Cleber Xavier in charge. Since then, he had not played for Santos anymore.

And the future?

Now, the Boy from Vila hopes to know his next steps, whether he will play more games in the youth team or return to the professional team.

“They haven't told me the plan yet, but I have to accept everything the club says. It's the club that supports me and gave me the opportunities to show my football. Nothing is defined yet. It depends on both coaches,” he concluded.

The top squad of Santos will take the field on Sunday, against Red Bull Bragantino, away from home, for the 25th round of the Brazilian Championship.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.