Santos from Brazil has shown interest in Pumas' midfielder José Caicedo. The board of the Paulista club has started conversations with the Universitario club regarding a potential transfer. Santos's plan is to acquire the 23-year-old Colombian on a loan that includes a purchase option, and negotiations are in progress. This type of deal would permit the Brazilian team to evaluate the player's performance prior to a final investment. While discussions are ongoing, no financial details or the length of a possible loan have been released publicly. Caicedo, who has a contract with Pumas until June 30, 2027, has faced recent criticism from his club's fans. The midfielder came to Pumas in July 2023 and has played in 15 domestic league games in the current 2025/2026 season. He has played for Colombia's U23 team and has a current Transfermarkt market value of €4.00m.