Bontempo says he’s nearly fit again, hopeful for Santos comeback | OneFootball

The Santos team has been struggling with injuries among its players. Currently, there are three athletes in the Medical Department with muscular problems. One of them is the midfielder Gabriel Bontempo, who was developed in the Peixe's youth categories. The 20-year-old athlete shared how his recovery is going and his expectations for returning to the field.

"I can't wait to be back, to be available again. I'm in the final stage of recovery and hope to return as soon as possible to help. I'm recovering well, dedicating myself to be 100% soon. It's been three weeks out already. I should start the transition, starting to be pain-free," he said.

Upcoming Santos Matches

Santos will play this Wednesday, hosting Grêmio at Vila Belmiro, for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship. The match kicks off at 9:30 PM (Brasília time). However, for this match, Bontempo will remain unavailable for Juan Pablo Vojvoda. The midfielder hopes to return for Sunday's game.

"For Wednesday, I think it's not possible, maybe for Sunday... I hope so," revealed Bontempo.

After facing Grêmio, Peixe has a match scheduled against Ceará on Sunday at 8:30 PM at Arena Castelão, for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship.

What is Bontempo's Injury?

The midfielder suffered an injury to the adductor muscle of the right thigh after the match against Fluminense, during the 22nd round of the Brazilian Championship, on August 31. Since then, he has missed three games: Atlético-MG, São Paulo, and Red Bull Bragantino.

CT Room Renovation Approved

On Monday night, Santos held an event at CT Rei Pelé to reinaugurate the hotel rooms where the athletes stay. Bontempo approved the changes.

"It's nice, we're happy. They are improving various infrastructures both at Vila and here at CT. These are small things, but they make a difference. Now in the room, we have greater comfort, modernity, and it helps us recover and sometimes perform better. I've already been there to see it, and it's top-notch. It's nice," declared Bontempo.

Santos' Situation in the Brasileirão

Santos finished the 25th round of the competition in 16th place, with 27 points, five less than Juventude, the first team in the Z4. Peixe is defending a four-game unbeaten streak, with three draws and one victory, the latter being in the classic against São Paulo.

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