São Paulo discards Everton Cebolinha and Gustavo Scarpa due to political crisis and lack of cash

São Paulo did not advance in negotiations to hire attackers Everton Cebolinha, from Flamengo, and Gustavo Scarpa, from Atlético-MG. The tricolor board assesses that the moment of political instability in Morumbi prevents high-risk investments. Não has open talks with neither athlete for the July transfer window. The club is now focusing on resolving internal problems before going to market.

Financial reality also weighs against the arrival of big names in the middle of the 2026 season. Sem cash flow for major acquisitions, the football department seeks cheaper alternatives on the national scene. Empréstimos or players at the end of their relationship are the only viable options. Coach Roger Machado’s future remains uncertain, which hampers any long-term planning for the squad.

Crise politics hinders tricolor football planning

The instability behind the scenes at São Paulo has reached a level that paralyzes football’s strategic decisions. Conselheiros and directors experience a climate of uncertainty about the permanence of key management positions. Ninguém at the tricolor summit manages to guarantee which names will be in charge of the club in the second half of the year. Esse scenario drives away investors and makes it difficult to approach elite athletes seeking professional stability.

The direct reflection of this administrative mess appears in the club’s timidity in the football market. Everton Cebolinha and Gustavo Scarpa are technically pleasing names, but the legal and political risk of signing long contracts is now considered high. The club prefers to wait for a definition of internal slates to resume conversations about additional weight. Roger Machado, the coach, is also awaiting definitions regarding his continuity before suggesting new names for the main group.

Falta of financial resources limits search for big names

São Paulo’s financial statement shows that the club’s economic health is delicate and requires extreme caution. With accumulated debts and compromised revenue, Tricolor does not have the funds to pay large termination fines at the moment. The strategy adopted for 2026 prioritizes the payment of salaries on time and the reduction of the institution’s operational deficit. Nomes like Scarpa require salaries outside the ceiling stipulated by the new austerity policy implemented.

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• Prioridade for players at the end of their contract who arrive without transfer costs.
• Busca for loans with a purchase option set for the 2027 financial year.
• Monitoramento of free athletes on the international market who accept gloves in installments.
• Promoção of young people from Cotia’s youth categories to make up the main squad.
• Negociação of athletes who are not being used to alleviate the payroll.

Obstáculos in trading for Everton Cebolinha

Everton Cebolinha’s case is the one that seems furthest from the reality of Morumbi in the current season. The striker has a contract with Flamengo until December, but the Rio club does not intend to facilitate his departure to a direct rival. The only chance for immediate release would be through financial compensation that São Paulo cannot offer. Flamengo prefers to keep the player until the end of the contract rather than reinforce an opponent in the fight for titles.

Além from the institutional aspect, Cebolinha receives one of the highest salaries in the current red and black squad. Mesmo arrived for free at the end of the year, the attacker’s monthly cost would require complex financial engineering on the part of São Paulo residents. Atualmente, Tricolor does not have partners or sponsors willing to finance this isolated operation. The player must fulfill his contract at Rio and Janeiro and evaluate proposals from outside the country at the end of the contract.

Permanência of Roger Machado interferes with the cast assembly

Roger Machado’s situation in technical command is another factor that contributes to immobility in transfers. The coach is under internal pressure due to irregular results in the last competitions played by São Paulo. Contratar specific players for Roger’s tactical scheme would be risky if a change in the coaching staff occurs soon. The board understands that weight reinforcements should only be discussed after confirming the sports project for the remainder of the year.

Essa lack of definition generates a waiting cycle that bothers the fans and wears down the atmosphere at the Barra Funda training center. The current squad feels the lack of replacement parts in specific sectors, such as the wings and creating plays. Contudo, the order is to avoid “financial adventures” that could compromise the club in court or in future audits. São Paulo should continue to observe the market, but without making aggressive moves until the political climate is pacified.