National benchmark, Palmeiras widen global hunt for top prospects | OneFootball

Since the overhaul of its youth academy in 2015, Palmeiras has become a national benchmark for the work carried out with a professional structure, generating sporting and financial returns from the Crias da Academia.

Worldwide scouting at Palmeiras

After establishing itself in the scouting of young players throughout Brazil, Verdão expanded its planning and now works to identify promising talents on every continent.

In recent months, Palmeiras’ youth academy professionals have made numerous visits to the African continent. Koné, an 18-year-old Ivorian center-back, recently signed a professional contract with the club and has already been called up by Abel Ferreira for a first-team match.

Other players born in Africa, such as Malian center-back Tiecoura Konaté, are currently on trial at Verdão and could sign permanent deals in the near future.

During the last South American U-17 Championship, Palmeiras scouted Venezuelan goalkeeper Sebastián Angulo, as exclusively reported by NOSSO PALESTRA. The player passed his trials, and the parties are working toward signing a contract starting in early 2027.

European addition

Another name arriving to strengthen Alviverde’s youth ranks is 18-year-old Portuguese midfielder Fabio, who previously played for Burnley, of England.

The player attracted interest from clubs in England, Spain, and Portugal. In that scenario, the sporting project presented by Palmeiras gained momentum and put the Brazilian club in a prominent position in the negotiations.

The midfielder is seen as a player with a modern profile, technical quality, game intelligence, playmaking ability, and strong potential for growth in the coming years.

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