Robinho Jr. returns for Santos amid contract impasse | OneFootball

One of Santos’ brightest prospects, Robinho Jr. was given another opportunity in the team’s win over Remo last Thursday at Vila Belmiro in the Brazilian Championship. The young forward came on in the closing stages of the match and played for about six minutes.

The player’s previous appearance for Peixe had been more than two months earlier. On that occasion, he came on in the second half of the clash against Chapecoense at Arena Condá in the opening round of the Brasileirão. The black-and-white side lost 4-2.

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Contract standoff

Robinho Jr.’s “return” comes amid negotiations to renew the contract of the Menino da Vila. The board led by Marcelo Teixeira has been negotiating an extension with the youngster’s representatives for more than a month, but the sides have yet to reach an agreement.

In early March, the parties met and made progress in the talks, but a deal has still not been finalized. A few points remain under discussion, such as financial details and the length of the contract. The player’s current deal, with the highly rated prospect, runs until April 30, 2027.

Robinho Jr. had lost space with Juan Pablo Vojvoda’s coaching staff, but there is now hope that he can regain his standing under Cuca.

Before being dismissed, Vojvoda even sent Robinho down to the under-20 squad in an attempt to give the 18-year-old more match rhythm. Initially, he was set to play in a match against Cruzeiro in the Brazilian Championship for the category. The youngster even appeared in the pre-match graphic, but ultimately was not included in the squad.

The Menino da Vila’s representatives requested that he not play due to the standoff involving his contract renewal.

Promoted to the senior team in 2025, Robinho Jr. has made 22 appearances and recorded one assist for Santos. Always well regarded by the fans, the forward has taken the field only seven times this season.

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