Nei departs as assistant coach of Cuiabá

Former right-back Nei has announced his departure from Cuiabá, where he served as a permanent assistant coach for the main team. In a social media post, the 40-year-old expressed gratitude to the board, coaching staff, and players for his nearly seven months of work, stating, “I leave better than I arrived and with great friendships.”

Nei was part of the technical staff led by Eduardo Barros during the 2026 Campeonato Brasileiro Série B campaign. His departure coincides with a period of significant roster restructuring at Cuiabá following a defeat to Avaí. Recent changes include the early termination of loans for players Rodrigo Rodrigues, Ramon, and Pepê, as well as the contract rescission of striker Fábio Gomes. The club is also reportedly negotiating an amicable exit for defender Alan Empereur.