The chairman of Zenit Saint Petersburg, Alexander Medvedev, commented on the possible transfer of Gerson, the captain and midfielder of Flamengo and the Brazilian national team, to the club. It was previously reported that Zenit had negotiations with the midfielder, who gave preliminary consent to a transfer with a salary of €8 million per year. However, Medvedev stated, 'Now is not the time for negotiations.' Gerson has a contract with Flamengo until winter 2030, and his market value is €25 million according to Transfermarkt.

Flamengo offered Gerson a new contract with a significant salary increase, extending his contract until the end of 2030. This move followed public complaints from his father and agent, Marcão, regarding his current salary. Gerson is happy with the offer, but his father is not. Recently, Zenit from Russia offered 18 million euros for Gerson, which Flamengo declined.

José Boto, director of Flamengo, revealed in an interview with ESPN that proposals for Gerson were refused by Flamengo. Despite interest from other clubs, Flamengo decided it's not the right time to negotiate his transfer. Boto also discussed with Gerson's father and agent, Marcão, who agreed with the club's decision.

Gerson's father, Marcão, expressed dissatisfaction with Flamengo's lack of recognition and salary for Gerson, despite his performance. He mentioned that Gerson might leave Flamengo if the situation doesn't improve, emphasizing Gerson's love for the club but also his need for recognition and proper compensation.