Neymar is stepping in to try and convince Everton Cebolinha to leave Flamengo and become Santos’ new signing for the 2027 season.
The transfer market is heating up regarding the future of Everton Cebolinha. The Flamengo forward, who is under contract with the Rio de Janeiro club until December 2026, has become the target of a move directly orchestrated by Neymar. The Brazil national team star has been working behind the scenes to facilitate the player’s transfer to Santos for the next cycle.
The bid, revealed by journalist Paulo Vinicius Coelho, highlights the Paulista club’s interest in strengthening its offensive lineup. While the current trend suggests Cebolinha will remain at Gávea until his contract expires, the player’s reluctance to renew with Rubro-Negro has put the market on high alert.
The Role of Neymar in Santos’ Planning
Neymar hasn’t just observed Santos‘ planning; the forward actively participates in decisions, even contributing his own funds to secure new signings. The attempt to convince Cebolinha reinforces the desire to build a competitive squad for 2027. It’s worth noting that Neymar himself also has a contract with Peixe only until the end of 2026, creating an interesting uncertainty about the duo’s future at Vila Belmiro.
Personal Motivations and the Refusal of Rio
A decisive factor in Everton Cebolinha‘s potential departure is the need for a family relocation. The player wishes to leave Rio de Janeiro in search of a city that offers more tranquility and a better quality of life for his family.
The M360 Team notes:
“Everton Cebolinha’s staff’s priority is Europe. However, given his age and injury history, that desire is unlikely to be fulfilled. Since he doesn’t want to stay in Rio, Santos is a good option: a quieter city with much less pressure.”
The desire for a change of scenery became evident when the player rejected a recent offer from Botafogo. Given his unwillingness to remain in the Rio de Janeiro capital, Santos is gaining traction as an attractive destination, especially with the promise of Neymar‘s support in the sporting project.
Legacy at Rubro-Negro
Since his arrival at Flamengo in 2022, Cebolinha has won an impressive array of trophies. Wearing the Sacred Mantle, the forward won trophies including two Libertadores, one Campeonato Brasileiro, two Copas do Brasil, one Supercopa Rei, and three Campeonatos Cariocas.
The impact of a potential departure will be closely monitored by the fans and Flamengo‘s board. With the transfer market heating up, Cebolinha‘s destination promises to be one of the central topics in Brazilian football behind the scenes until his next contract is finalized.
The M360 Team
