Forward Everton Cebolinha is on the verge of leaving Flamengo and becoming Santos’s new signing, with a loan deal in the final stages.
Santos is getting closer and closer to finalizing the signing of Everton Cebolinha. The forward, who is no longer part of Flamengo‘s plans, is expected to be loaned to Peixe until the end of the 2026 season. Negotiations have advanced considerably, and the agreement may include a renewal clause for another two seasons, showing the São Paulo club’s investment in the player.
The positive outcome for Santos came after overcoming competition from clubs both in Brazil and abroad. The Santos management is working quickly to finalize the bureaucratic details and ensure the forward is registered before the transfer window closes. The expectation is that Cebolinha could even be one of the reinforcements for the team’s upcoming matches.
A Change of Scenery for Cebolinha
Released by Flamengo to seek a new team, Everton Cebolinha will bid farewell to the Rio de Janeiro club at the end of December, when his contract expires. The decision to seek an early departure aligns with the player’s desire for more playing time and also with Flamengo‘s plan, as the forward was not in their plans for 2027.
The negotiation model discussed between Santos and Flamengo is similar to recent agreements made by Peixe, aiming for a short-term loan with the possibility of extension. This contractual flexibility opens the door for a more lasting stay for Cebolinha at Vila Belmiro, should both parties agree to the terms.
The move occurs at a crucial moment, with the player having reached the game limit for Flamengo in the Campeonato Brasileiro, which prevents his transfer to another Série A club this season.
Santos Overcomes Competition and Accelerates Negotiation
Santos‘s interest in Everton Cebolinha is not new, but financial difficulties and strong competition had previously cooled negotiations. However, progress in talks about financial aspects and Flamengo‘s willingness to negotiate have put Peixe back in the lead for the signing.
Cebolinha‘s lack of prominence in Flamengo‘s tactical setup, despite recent appearances, contributed to the departure scenario. The forward, whose contract expires at the end of the year, had already signaled his intention not to renew.
As a result, the Rio de Janeiro club authorized his staff to seek alternatives, which included inquiries from Russian teams, such as Krasnodar, as well as Brazilian clubs.
Now, with the negotiation in advanced stages, Santos is focusing on the final procedures to present Everton Cebolinha as their new signing. The expectation is that the quick conclusion of the process can bring an experienced player with the potential to be a difference-maker for Santos’s attack in the final stretch of the season.
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