Low profile, high skills: Danielzinho shuns social media | OneFootball

São Paulo officially presented this Friday (9) its only two confirmed signings so far for 2026, goalkeeper Carlos Coronel and midfielder Danielzinho, coming from Mirassol.

The latter, already at 31 years old, draws attention for a rather curious fact these days: his absence from social media. The player does not have any online social media profiles and explained his choice during his presentation.

“I am an individual, a man who, throughout my entire life, never liked it, and for me, it never made any difference being on social media, in the media. I am very conservative and, for me, the less media, the better,” stated the new Tricolor signing.

Danielzinho also highlighted that he managed to catch São Paulo’s attention for the season not by making noise on social media, but rather through his football displayed on the pitch.

“I think the best and greatest way I have to show myself is on the field, with the results on the field. That’s why today I arrive at São Paulo, the pinnacle of Brazilian football—it’s a club that is the pinnacle of Brazilian football—without needing to promote or expose myself on social media. I’m not against it, but for my lifestyle, it doesn’t add anything for me,” the midfielder declared.

MIDFIELDER OR ATTACKING MID?

The new signing was also asked about his roles on the field, since he can play further back as a defensive midfielder, as he did in his last stint at Mirassol, or further forward as a playmaker. He said he is available to play wherever Crespo prefers.

“Regarding my characteristics, style of play, and playing position, I have an open heart and all the humility to try to meet the coach’s and staff’s requests. If it’s to use me a bit further forward, I’m available, or if it’s to use me a step back, I’m also available and will try to do my best.”

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