ESPN BR reported that Palmeiras sought Roger Ibañez, who is currently at Al Ahli. The high asking price from Al Ahli and the very high salaries in the Middle East were obstacles.

Palmeiras made an enquiry for former Fluminense defender Roger Ibañez. The player is currently with Al Ahli in Saudi Arabia, who signed him from Roma in 2023 as a major investment. The financial figures quoted to Palmeiras for a potential transfer have already discouraged the club. According to a source, only an extraordinary move would make the deal progress.