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Luiz Gustavo had an extremely challenging season wearing the São Paulo jersey. In 2025, the midfielder spent much more time off the field than playing.

In January, the player suffered a fracture in the fourth toe of his left foot, an injury that sidelined him at the beginning of the season. After returning and playing only two matches, he was again absent due to an even more serious issue. He was diagnosed with pulmonary thromboembolism and was out for about six months.

He returned to the field only in October. In total, Luiz Gustavo participated in 13 of the 66 matches played by São Paulo during the season and scored one goal. Despite the long period of inactivity, the midfielder managed to regain a good level of performance and was a useful asset for coach Hernán Crespo in the final stretch of the year.

The numbers help illustrate this contribution. In the 13 games he played, Luiz Gustavo delivered five key passes, created two big chances, and had four successful dribbles, according to SofaScore data.

Controversial Statement

The most controversial chapter of his tenure, however, occurred during São Paulo's 6-0 defeat against Fluminense at Maracanã in the Brazilian Championship. After the final whistle, the midfielder adopted a harsh tone when commenting on the club's management in recent years.

“I am a guy who learned to be honest since I was born. Nothing happens by chance. Today was not by chance. São Paulo is another institution that I learned to love, learned to respect, but unfortunately, we have to start telling the truth. People need to start taking responsibility for some situations that we are out here facing. It's our fault. We, the players, made the mess we made today, excuse the word, but I think this club is a very big club, a club that deserves to finally start having direction, a clear plan, what we want from the beginning to the end of a season, what we want as people here at this club,” he stated to SporTV.

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Out of Plans

With a contract valid until December 31, Luiz Gustavo will not have his contract renewed. The midfielder is expected to continue his career at another club and, at this moment, is not considering retirement.

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