Grêmio Confirms Luís Castro as Coach as Fortaleza Names Thiago Carpini in Rapid Post‑Brasileirão Shake‑Up

Overview

• Grêmio officially announced Portuguese manager Luís Castro on a two‑season deal through 2027, bringing a largely Portuguese backroom staff.
• In talks with club executives, Castro flagged needs for a ball‑playing centre‑back, an organizing midfielder, a creative midfielder and a goalkeeper, with Weverton of Palmeiras cited as a primary target in reports.
• Fortaleza appointed Thiago Carpini on a contract to the end of 2026 shortly after Martín Palermo declined to continue, with Palermo stating his decision was not about money and that he had no concrete offers elsewhere.
• Ceará parted with Léo Condé following relegation and remains without a coach for 2026, while Sport also has no confirmed manager as planning for January preseason begins.
• Goiás replaced Fábio Carille with Daniel Paulista citing financial readjustment, and Série B champion Mozart left Coritiba after saying no financial agreement was reached.