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São Paulo announced the extension of defensive midfielder Negrucci’s contract. The 21-year-old is now tied to the club until December 31, 2029, with the option to extend it for one more year. His previous deal was set to expire on July 31, 2026.

“This renewal means a lot to me. I arrived at São Paulo when I was 10 years old, and wearing this shirt as a professional player is a dream come true. Not only for me, but for my whole family as well. I thank God very much for this achievement, and I hope to be very happy and build a beautiful story here,” the player said.

Club president Harry Massis Júnior highlighted the player’s journey with Tricolor. “Negrucci has defended our colors for more than ten years, from the youth ranks to the first team, always with the same commitment and professionalism. I am confident that he can contribute a lot to the squad,” he said.

Rui Costa, who is in charge of the club’s football department, also commented on the renewal. “Negrucci’s renewal continues the player’s development process. He had a successful and leadership-filled path in the youth system and, since moving up to the professional squad, he has shown exemplary behavior and commitment to the group on a daily basis,” he said.

A native of Limeira, in the interior of São Paulo state, Felipe Negrucci Berdague arrived at CFA de Cotia in 2015 and became the São Paulo squad player with the longest uninterrupted spell at the club: 11 years wearing the Tricolor shirt, from the youth categories to the first team.

Before getting his first chance with the senior team in 2023, the midfielder had already collected titles at Cotia, winning the Under-15 Paulista Championship (2018), the Under-17 Copa do Brasil (2020), and the Under-17 Supercopa do Brasil (2020).

The transition to the first team also brought new experiences and trophies. With the senior squad, he won the Copa do Brasil (2023) and the Supercopa Rei (2024). In the youth categories, he also won the Under-20 Copa do Brasil (2024) and the Copinha (2025).

With the new contract signed, Negrucci looked ahead to the next challenges of his career at the club.

“My main goal is always to do my best for the club. To keep working hard every day, keep improving, and earn my place within the squad. And, of course, to win many titles wearing this shirt,” he concluded.

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