Grêmio Parts With Mano and Opens Talks for Luís Castro as Vitória Extends Jair Ventura and Ceará, Fortaleza Reshape for 2026

Overview

• Grêmio confirmed Mano Menezes’ exit and moved into advanced negotiations with Portuguese coach Luís Castro, with the new administration pushing for a quick agreement.
• Vitória officially kept Jair Ventura for 2026 and advanced talks to buy Gabriel Baralhas, with a deal discussed around R$10 million and options that include loans or player exchanges.
• Vitória began trimming its squad by confirming the departures of Willian Oliveira and Carlinhos and weighing targets such as Fortaleza’s Matheus Pereira and Juventude’s Mandaca.
• Fortaleza, relegated to Série B, is planning a major roster reset despite holding contracts with more than 80% of its 38-player squad, and it has already announced Yago Pikachu’s departure.
• Ceará agreed not to renew Léo Condé’s contract, will seek a coach experienced in Série B, and is preparing a 50–60% squad overhaul with a reduced payroll.