Transfer news: follow the latest updates this Saturday, 3 January | OneFootball

The Transfer Market is stirring clubs in Brazil and abroad, with negotiations, inquiries, and advances that are reshaping squads for the next season. While the country's main teams are strategizing to strengthen key areas, international football also promises to experience busy days, with impactful transfers, battles for promising talents, and opportunities arising as the window turns.

Follow below the main news, movements, and rumors that are exciting managers, agents, and fans around the world.

Santos announces the return of Gabigol

The forward Gabriel Barbosa, known as Gabigol, is back at Santos. The player, who was trained in the club's youth categories, signed a loan contract valid until the end of the year. The agreement was sealed with Cruzeiro.

Photo: Publicity

Micael leaving Palmeiras

The defender Micael is leaving Palmeiras. According to the portal Nosso Palestra, the Alviverde is close to an agreement with Inter Miami, from the United States, to loan the player. The negotiation includes a purchase option stipulated in the contract.

Photo: Cesar Greco/Palmeiras

Sánchez to Internacional?

The Chilean Alexis Sánchez is reportedly negotiating with Internacional of Porto Alegre to play in the Brasileirão starting mid-year, when his contract with Sevilla ends. The information was disclosed by the Brazilian journalist Lucas Collar, who claims that the club from Rio Grande do Sul sees financial feasibility in signing the forward.

(Photo: Publicity/Twitter Olympique de Marseille)

Goalkeeper leaves Cruzeiro

Avaí confirmed this Saturday the arrival of goalkeeper Léo Aragão, who was at Cruzeiro. The 23-year-old player signed a loan contract valid until November 30, 2026, and will be an additional option for the team from Santa Catarina next season.

(Photo: Publicity/Cruzeiro)

At 41, Barcos announced in a Peruvian team

Former Palmeiras, Grêmio, and Cruzeiro player, the Argentine forward Hernán Barcos has a new home. The pirate, who was at Alianza Lima, signed with FC Cajamarca, a club in the first division of Peruvian football.

Photo: Publicity / FC Cajamarca

Farewell of an executive

The board of Vitória officially announced this Saturday the departure of Gustavo Vieira from the position of executive director of football. The executive took on the role on June 2, 2025, and remained in charge of the department for just over seven months.

Photo: Djalma Vassão/Gazeta Press

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