Seeking greater creativity in its playmaking department, Santos is monitoring the situation of midfielder Lima, a Libertadores champion with Fluminense, aiming to strengthen the team this season.
Santos has intensified its behind-the-scenes transfer market moves in recent days to improve its squad. At a decisive moment of the season, the Peixe management has identified the midfield as the main area needing immediate intervention, looking for a player who offers experience and technical ability to raise the team’s level.
The Alvinegro board’s primary target is midfielder Lima, currently contracted to Fluminense and on loan to América-MEX. With a victorious past in Brazilian football, where he won the 2023 Libertadores and the Recopa Sudamericana, the 30-year-old player has lost space at the Mexican club, playing only four games this season, which opens the possibility for a return to Brazil.
The Transfer Ban Challenge
Despite the interest in the player, Santos faces an administrative obstacle: the transfer ban imposed by FIFA. The entity prevents the club from registering new players due to a debt of approximately R$ 12 million to Monaco, related to the acquisition of Jean Lucas.
The Santos management remains cautious about the debt. According to information from the M360 Team, the club only intends to pay the amount when a significant reinforcement arrives, one who comes in with the status of an undisputed starter, ensuring that the investment translates into immediate sporting performance.
Changes in Market Planning
In addition to the pursuit of Lima, the football department has observed changes in other targets. Right-back Gastón Martirena, from Racing, was a highly regarded name, but negotiations cooled down after a bid from Atlas for defender Adonis Frías, which altered the operation’s logistics and is expected to keep the Uruguayan in Argentina.
The full focus remains on resolving financial pending issues and securing players who bring balance to the squad. Santos fans await news in the coming days, while the technical staff works to overcome limitations and keep the team competitive for the remainder of the calendar.
By M360 Staff
