Santos is interested in re-signing Brazilian forward Gabriel Barbosa, who was a product of the club's youth academy before a period with Inter. The forward could depart Cruzeiro after a disappointing period that followed his time with Flamengo. According to Ge Globo, the 29-year-old's future is likely to be away from Belo Horizonte.
His relationship at the club has reportedly deteriorated, particularly following their elimination from the Coppa del Brasile. The main obstacle to a potential deal is the player's very high salary of approximately 2.5 million reais per month, a figure currently unaffordable for Santos. The club hopes Barbosa will agree to a wage reduction to facilitate a return. Barbosa has 18 caps and 5 goals for Brazil. He joined Cruzeiro in January 2025 and has a contract until the end of 2028. His current market value is €4.00m, according to Transfermarkt.
