Brazilian clubs Santos and Juventude negotiate key transfer moves

Santos FC is preparing to sell 19‑year‑old forward Matheus Xavier to Ukraine's Shakhtar Donetsk for an estimated €5 million (about R$ 25.9 million). The club aims to boost its finances ahead of the post‑World Cup transfer window and future investments, while also monitoring other high‑value assets such as goalkeeper Gabriel Brazão.

Juventude's board has publicly denied receiving any formal offer from Grêmio for midfielder Mandaca, whose contract runs until the end of the year. The club says it will only consider a bid that arrives in writing and meets its valuation, emphasizing the player's importance to its Série B campaign and promotion ambitions.