See three signings that flopped at Santos in 2025 | OneFootball

Throughout 2025, Santos went to the market and signed 20 players to strengthen the squad. Among the reinforcements, some managed to establish themselves and stood out, but others struggled to get going and disappointed. Below, see three signings that didn’t work out in 2025.

Mayke

The right-back arrived at Santos with high expectations. He came from successful years at Palmeiras and, in theory, would fill a gap in the Peixe squad. However, the defender was unable to live up to expectations.

Signed in July, he played only 12 matches, starting in 10 of them. Mayke did not contribute with goals or assists.

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Mayke’s numbers for Santos in 2025

Tiquinho Soares

The fans also placed a lot of hope in Tiquinho Soares, but the striker disappointed. After a good spell at Botafogo, the center forward arrived at Vila Belmiro to be the undisputed starter leading Santos’ attack. However, the experienced player did not make the most of his opportunities.

Tiquinho Soares scored only seven goals in 41 matches, starting in 23 of them.

Photo: Raul Baretta/Santos FC

Tiquinho Soares’ numbers for Santos in 2025

Leo Godoy

Another right-back who didn’t deliver was Leo Godoy. The Argentine arrived on loan from Athletico-PR with the expectation of being the starter in the position, but he failed to establish himself.

His performance was so far below expectations that the right-back stayed with the team for only five months. Furacão decided to terminate the contract with Santos to release him to Independiente, in Argentina.

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Leo Godoy’s numbers for Santos in 2025

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