Allan Barcellos' farewell! Leaving São Paulo: “I helped on and off it” | OneFootball

After São Paulo confirmed Allan Barcellos’ departure from the helm of the under-20 team in Cotia, the coach took to his social media to post his farewell to the club he served with excellence over the last four years.

As reported by AVANTE MEU TRICOLOR, the split was far from amicable, as the coach expected the club to fulfill its promise to integrate him into the senior team, which never even came close to happening.

In his message of thanks to São Paulo, Allan highlighted that “there is also gratitude for having been part of the development and promotion of many athletes to the senior department, contributing sporting and financial returns to the club.”

Read the coach’s full farewell message below:

“Dear friends, colleagues, and supporters. After four years of learning and dedication, I am here to announce my departure from São Paulo Futebol Clube. I would like to express my sincere thanks to the entire board, coaching staff, employees, athletes, and professionals in the youth ranks and department with whom I had the pleasure of working.

The trust placed in me, the support I received, and the partnership were essential to the work and to building these more than 200 matches leading the club, from the under-12s to the under-20s, respecting every stage of development.

During my time at SPFC, we had the opportunity to win important titles such as back-to-back Copa do Brasil Under-20 championships (2024 and 2025) and the Copa São Paulo de Futebol Júnior (2025), in addition to having led the club in 10 finals among the last 14 competitions contested.

Above all, beyond the titles, there is also gratitude for having been part of the development and promotion of many athletes to the senior department, contributing sporting and financial returns to the club. These achievements reflect a collective commitment and leave a positive legacy for the institution.

I take with me the honor and privilege of having contributed to an institution of such tradition and excellence, and I wish SPFC many victories and continued success. To the athletes, thank you very much for the opportunity, the trust, and the learning experience; I will always be cheering for you.

A big hug to everyone, Allan Barcellos”.

In the comments on the post, several players who were coached by Allan Barcellos in São Paulo’s youth ranks showed their support and wished the coach luck. With Brazil’s under-20 national team, midfielder Pedro Ferreira showed his surprise upon hearing the news. Watch below:

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