Santos push to sign Gabigol after Cruzeiro exit Copa do Brasil | OneFootball

Gabigol has a contract with Cruzeiro until the end of 2028

Gabigol did not have an easy night this Sunday (14), after playing an important role in Cruzeiro's elimination by Corinthians in the semifinal of the Copa do Brasil. With the end of the Minas Gerais team's journey in the tournament, Santos intends to intensify talks to sign the former Flamengo player.

According to information from ‘Goal’, Gabigol is Santos' big dream for 2026, as the striker is seen as the ideal name to take on a leading role in the attack. It is worth noting that the player had already indicated to Cruzeiro his interest in the São Paulo team, which saw his departure in a positive light.

Why does Gabigol want to leave Cruzeiro?

Since arriving at Cruzeiro at the beginning of this year, Gabigol has not managed to establish himself as a starter under Leonardo Jardim. Thus, despite having a contract valid until the end of 2028, the striker wants to leave the Minas Gerais team in search of more playing time.

How did Gabigol perform in the Copa do Brasil semifinal?

Cruzeiro and Corinthians faced each other this Sunday (14), at Neo Química Arena, in the second leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinal. After the São Paulo team won 1-0 in the first leg, the Minas Gerais club ‘got revenge’ and won 2-1, taking the decision to a penalty shootout.

Gabigol came on in the final minutes of the game, precisely to take a penalty. However, the striker missed the kick that could have put Cruzeiro in the Copa do Brasil final. In addition, with Hugo Souza also saving Wallace's shot, Corinthians qualified for the final.

What is Gabigol's history at Flamengo?

Flamengo announced Gabigol's arrival in January 2019, after agreeing on a loan with Inter Milan (ITA). Thus, the striker had a historic year, deciding the Libertadores title and playing a key role in the campaign for the club's seventh Brasileirão championship.

Wearing the Sacred Mantle for six years, Gabigol posted fantastic numbers and wrote his name in the history of Flamengo. He played 306 matches, scored 161 goals, and provided 43 assists. In addition, the red-black idol won 13 titles, including two Libertadores, two Copas do Brasil, and two Brasileirãos.

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