Gerson, for whom Zenit paid a huge amount, is not playing and reportedly already wishes to leave the team, although there is no information about a specific new club.

Zenit coach William de Oliveira stated that rumors Gerson wanted to leave were false and based only on the player's facial expression. The coach insisted Gerson is happy at the club and wants to play his best football there.

Timur Lepsaya stated that before Gerson's transfer to Zenit, there was an offer from Saudi Arabia with a much higher salary. Gerson told Zenit he was ready to accept the other offer and did not want to go to St. Petersburg, but ultimately signed with Zenit. Lepsaya suggests that if there is still interest from Saudi clubs, Zenit should sell him and avoid paying his huge salary.

According to BolaVip and Moon BH, Gerson is dissatisfied with his situation at Zenit and is considering a move to another club in January 2026. He is reportedly worried about losing his place in the Brazil national team before the World Cup. A return to his former club, Flamengo, is considered unlikely as they are building their squad without him.