Besiktas have made Gabriel Paulista's departure official. A statement from the club said the player left the team's camp in Antalya with their knowledge and permission to return to his country for transfer negotiations. Gabriel Paulista is returning to Brazil because of a family issue, specifically his mother's incurable illness. He stated that his mental health has been affected by being away from his family and his father's difficulties with his mother's condition. Paulista emphasized that the decision is not about money and that mental health comes first. He thanked Besiktas and its fans for their support.

According to Fanatik, Gabriel Paulista is departing from Beşiktaş. The club announced that the player requested to leave the team for family reasons and that, with the club's knowledge and permission, he has left the Antalya camp to engage in transfer negotiations in his home country. Beşiktaş also bid farewell to the player on social media.

Gabriel Paulista may be set for a return to Valencia CF. The Brazilian center-back, who departed from the club a year ago to join Atlético de Madrid, struggled to secure a place in Diego Simeone's squad. Subsequently, he transferred to Besiktas in Turkey, where injuries have disrupted his playing continuity. Nonetheless, in a recent interview, Paulista conveyed his eagerness to rejoin Valencia under any circumstances. Miguel Ángel Corona, the club's sporting director, indicated that Paulista could be a feasible choice, emphasizing the urgent need for reinforcements. His previous experience with the club could facilitate a swift return, though Valencia is also exploring other options to bolster their defense.