Left off clear-out list, Maik back with São Paulo for Dorival check | OneFootball

Right-back Maik rejoined São Paulo’s first-team squad this Friday (19), beginning a trial period under the supervision of Dorival Júnior’s coaching staff.

Internally, the player’s return to activities is not being treated as a definitive reintegration. His stay at the club will depend on a careful assessment of his technical performance and his conduct off the pitch.

Taking advantage of the mid-season break to reorganize the squad, Dorival will use the daily training sessions to reassess players who were out of the plans. To earn back his place in the group — after a period training separately — Maik will need to show physical improvement, consistency, and professional commitment.

Competition for the position and market monitoring

The situation demands an immediate response from the player due to the strong competition at right-back. Currently, Lucas Ramon is the first-choice option in the position, which also features youngster Moreira and academy prospect Igor Felisberto.

When the squad returned to training this week, it was agreed that Cédric Soares is free to find a new club and is no longer part of the plans.

With that, the next few days of training will be decisive in determining whether Maik can rebuild his path at Morumbi or whether the club’s hierarchy will seek a new destination for the player. As AVANTE MEU TRICOLOR revealed, the player’s camp has been receiving inquiries about a loan move.

Promoted after standing out at Cotia, Maik was part of the generation that won the 2025 Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior title. His performances in the youth tournament led to a long-term contract extension. Since joining the professional squad, the right-back has made 18 appearances and scored two goals.

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