Marinho, a 35-year-old Brazilian winger, and Vitória have begun negotiations for the attacker's potential return to the club, with both parties reportedly optimistic. According to information gathered by ESPN, Marinho, who is a free agent after leaving Fortaleza at the end of 2025, received an invitation from Vitória's president, Fábio Mota. The player has since made a counterproposal. The advancement of the deal now depends on reaching a consensus on salary and other financial values. These discussions follow Marinho's recent visit to the Barradão, where he watched the classic match against Bahia among the fans. His current market value is €300k, according to Transfermarkt.