Cruzeiro eyeing move for Coutinho, former Vasco star | OneFootball

According to the findings of the NT Vascaínos profile, Philippe Coutinho, now a former Vasco player, has caught the attention of Brazilian clubs in recent hours. One of them was Cruzeiro, which made inquiries to understand the midfielder's situation after his termination with Vasco.

According to them, other teams are also monitoring the player, such as Atlético Mineiro and Fluminense, which have already sought information about the athlete on previous occasions.

Despite the inquiries, there is no official proposal at the moment. The midfielder's future remains uncertain, and the decision is being discussed directly with his agents.

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Coutinho celebrates goal in Vasco vs. Botafogo — Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco

Philippe Coutinho's Termination with Vasco

The midfielder Philippe Coutinho informed Vasco of his intention to terminate his contract. The announcement was made by the player's staff, aged 33, directly to President Pedrinho.

The Vasco management was caught by surprise. Coutinho also called Fernando Diniz to inform him of his intention to terminate his contract. The coach tried to persuade the midfielder to change his mind, but without success.

The matter was the subject of a meeting this Wednesday. The termination has not yet been formally signed, and the tendency is for the club and player to make an official statement soon. The information was first published by the channel “Atenção, Vascaínos”.

Vasco had already started talks to renew the contract with the number 10, whose contract with the Rio club only runs until June this year. Negotiations were already underway with the football department to extend the contract at least until the end of the year.

The internal perception of Coutinho's decision to leave the club is not related to the work environment but rather to the accumulation of criticism received in recent times. Last week, against Volta Redonda, the athlete was booed for the first time at São Januário and received support from Diniz.

People close to the player and the club assure that the midfielder has a good relationship with Diniz's coaching staff and the rest of the group.

Major League Soccer Offered $10 Million Annually; Likely Destination Would Be LA Galaxy

According to NT Vascaínos' findings, Major League Soccer tried to sign Coutinho in December 2025. The league, through its “single-entity” structure, approached the player's representatives and presented an offer of $6 million fixed per season, plus $4 million in guaranteed bonuses, totaling $10 million per year.

The most likely destination would be LA Galaxy. At the time, talks did not progress because the player wanted to stay at Vasco.

Now, with the departure confirmed and the scenario reassessed, the possibility of playing in the United States is back on the table. According to NT Vascaínos, retirement is also not ruled out, and the definition of Philippe Coutinho's future will depend solely on the player's decision.

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Coutinho celebrates goal in Vasco vs. Botafogo — Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco

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