Santos Confirms Gabigol’s Return on Season-Long Loan From Cruzeiro

Overview

• Santos officially announced the 29-year-old striker’s loan through the end of the year and released club media of his arrival.
• Gabigol trained with his new teammates at CT Rei Pelé on Saturday shortly after the announcement, beginning preparations for the Paulista opener.
• Reporting says Santos and Cruzeiro will split the player’s salary to make the move viable within financial constraints.
• O Globo reports a clause barring Gabigol from playing against Cruzeiro, a detail not confirmed by the clubs.
• Outlets disagree on whether an option to buy is included, as the move follows his uneven 2025 at Cruzeiro and Santos’ recent renewal with Neymar through 2026.