# Cruzeiro football club squad and performance developments > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cruzeiro-football-club-squad-and-performance-developments > Updated: 2026-09-12T22:38:20.000Z. Sources: 6. Developments: 2. Cruzeiro is navigating a period of squad changes, medical setbacks, and competitive pressure. Initially, the club saw movement in its roster as forward Ruan Índio joined Polish club Radomiak Radom on a one-year loan. During this time, striker Kaio Jorge began attracting interest from Bayern Munich as a potential support for Harry Kane, prompting Cruzeiro to extend his contract until 2030 to protect his value. By mid-September, interest in Kaio Jorge expanded to include several major European clubs such as Benfica, Milan, Aston Villa, Fiorentina, and Bayer Leverkusen. Simultaneously, the club faced significant injury challenges, with Colombian attacker Sinisterra expected to be sidelined for the remainder of the year and Gabriel Pec recovering from a severe tibia fracture. These personnel issues have coincided with sporting instability following recent knockout tournament eliminations. The club is now under pressure to perform in the Campeonato Brasileiro to secure a spot in the Libertadores and avoid potential financial repercussions. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-12: Cruzeiro faces transfer interest and injury challenges Cruzeiro faces a mix of high-profile transfer interest for Kaio Jorge, significant injury concerns regarding Sinisterra and Gabriel Pec, and pressure to secure tournament qualification. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-faces-transfer-interest-and-injury-challenges ### 2026-09-08: Cruzeiro players Kaio Jorge and Ruan Índio draw international interest Cruzeiro striker Kaio Jorge is being monitored by Bayern Munich, while youth standout Ruan Índio joins Poland's Radomiak Radom on loan. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ruan-ndio-joins-radomiak-radom-on-loan-from-cruzeiro --- Cite as: Cruzeiro football club squad and performance developments. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/cruzeiro-football-club-squad-and-performance-developments