Overview
- Cruzeiro confirmed the arrival of Gerson from Zenit with a contract running through December 2030.
- The move is being reported as the most expensive transfer in South American football history.
- LA NACION reports a total fee of about US$35 million with roughly US$32 million fixed, while Los Andes cites €27 million plus €3 million in variables, reflecting differing currency and add-on reporting.
- Gerson will wear the number 97 shirt at Cruzeiro.
- The midfielder joined Zenit from Flamengo about six months ago for €25 million and appeared in 15 matches, and Cruzeiro frames his return as a key addition for the 2026 Copa Libertadores and the Brasileirão.