Ricardo Drubscky appointed as football executive for Paysandu

Paysandu has announced the hiring of Ricardo Drubscky as its new football executive to lead the club's planning for the 2027 season. The 66-year-old professional replaces Marcelo Santanna, who departed at the end of the previous season.

Drubscky's primary objective is to organize the football department and structure the squad to secure promotion to Brazil's Serie B. He has already begun working through virtual meetings with the board to address pre-season structuring and roster formation. A key immediate priority is the selection of a new head coach, with negotiations reportedly in an advanced stage.

Drubscky joins the club following a tenure at Corinthians, where he worked on reorganizing the youth football department. With 45 years of experience across more than 20 clubs in Brazil and abroad, he has served in various roles including coach, physical trainer, and director.