Gasparino stated that Jhonata Robert, a 26-year-old Brazilian winger, is an asset of the club and that any situation involving his departure in the mid-year transfer window would have to be very interesting for both Criciúma and Jhonata Robert. The player joined Criciúma in August 2024, and his contract is set to expire at the end of 2027. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €2.00m.