Overview
- Carlos Coronel, 29, arrives after four seasons with New York Red Bulls, previous stops in Austria and MLS, and recent call-ups to Paraguay's national team.
- His deal runs to 31 December 2028 with a one-year extension tied to performance targets.
- São Paulo says there was no transfer fee and that the club now holds 100% of his economic rights.
- He is set to compete for playing time behind incumbent starter Rafael alongside youngster Young.
- Club president Júlio Casares framed the signing as part of 2026 roster planning, with the team due to open the Campeonato Paulista on 11 January.