Gerson, a Brazilian midfielder, transferred from Flamengo to Zenit Saint Petersburg after the conclusion of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the USA. The transfer fee is reported by media sources to be €25 million. The move was discussed by former Orenburg sporting director Dmitry Andreev, who praised the player's quality.

Gerson, Brazilian player, transferred to Zenit Saint Petersburg from Flamengo after the conclusion of the Club World Cup 2025 in the USA. The move is confirmed and he is referred to as a newcomer to Zenit. The transfer fee is reported by media sources to be €25 million.

Gerson's contract with Flamengo was terminated following the player's request for resignation and unilateral termination. Zenit Saint-Pétersbourg paid the full release clause amounting to 25 million euros. Gerson joined Zenit where he found several Brazilian teammates, aiming to help Zenit reclaim the championship after their six-year title streak was broken last year by FK Krasnodar.

Gerson is expected to leave Flamengo due to the club's need to adjust their squad after new acquisitions. The club has signed new players to cover for the departures of players like Gerson.