In preparation for the Brasileirão duel, Santos confirmed their absence to face Bragantino at home; player could be out for the remainder of the season
O Santos you won’t be able to count on the Colombian Alfredo Morelos in the next commitment for the Brazilian Championship. Holder in the victory over Palm treesthe attacker indicated discomfort in his right calf after training last Thursday, 12th, he underwent tests and the injury was confirmed.
According to information from Lucas Musetti Perazolli and Gabriela Brino, from “UOL Esporte”, Morelos may no longer be able to play in 2024, in the final stretch of the Brazilian Championship.
The Colombian’s performance in the classic had excited the coach Marcelo Fernandesand Morelos could remain among the starters for the clash against Red Bull Bragantinonext Thursday, 19th, in Vila Belmiro.
Soteldo may be in the starting 11, alongside Marcos Leonardo, but will have a short period since the return of the Venezuelan team, which will face the Chile on Tuesday, 17th, for the South American Qualifiers for the 2026 World Cup.
The competition for the position still has Mendoza, Julio Furch or Maximiliano Silvera to form the duo with number 9. Of the trio, Mendonza is the one who has the advantage to occupy the position; The Colombian has recovered from a calf strain and has been training normally.
Santos continues to prepare for the game against Bragantino, at home, in the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship. The teams face each other this Thursday, 19th, starting at 8pm (Brasília time), in Vila Belmiro.
Peixe comes from three consecutive victories and is looking to extend the streak to move further away from the relegation zone. Marcelo Fernandes’ team occupies 14th place in the league table, with 30 points and three behind Z-4.
Source: sportbuzz
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