# Cruzeiro strengthens attack with Lucho Rodríguez loan > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gabriel-rojas-transfer-to-cruzeiro > Updated: 2026-08-07T10:49:45.000Z. Sources: 69. Developments: 18. Cruzeiro continues to reshape its squad during the 2026 summer window, utilizing loans from the Saudi Pro League to replace injured forwards Luis Sinisterra and Gabriel Pec. The club secured Uruguayan striker Luciano “Lucho” Rodríguez from Neom SC on loan until mid-2027, alongside fellow loanees João Costa from Al-Ettifaq and Wesley Teixeira from Al-Nassr. On August 9, 2026, Cruzeiro defeated Mirassol 3-1 at the Mineirão during the 22nd round of the Brasileirão Série A. While Reinaldo equalized for Mirassol via a penalty following a VAR review, Cruzeiro reclaimed the lead through Kaio Jorge. Debutant Wesley secured the victory with a goal in the 38th minute of the second half. Following the match, Lucas Romero praised the performance of debutants Zé Lucas and Wesley, highlighting the squad's welcoming atmosphere. The victory marks Cruzeiro's second consecutive win in the tournament, bringing the club to 33 points. This result moves them closer to the G4 positions in the standings. As the team manages its squad, it remains focused on league play and its upcoming Copa Libertadores round-of-16 clash against Flamengo. ## Claims - Cruzeiro loaned three attacking players from Saudi Pro League clubs within 24 hours. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Cruzeiro is seventh in the Brasileirão with 30 points from 21 matches (8 wins, 6 draws, 7 losses). (single source) - Lucho Rodríguez played 31 matches for Neom SC, starting 28, scoring six goals and providing two assists. (single source) - Cruzeiro defeated Chapecoense 2‑0 to advance to the Copa do Brasil quarter‑finals. (single source) - Artur Jorge is the head coach of Cruzeiro. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-07: Brasileirão Round 22: Cruzeiro and Bragantino face key matchups The 22nd round of the Brasileirão features Cruzeiro seeking a G5 spot against Mirassol, while Red Bull Bragantino hosts Corinthians. 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-ends-negotiations-for-brian-rodrguez ### 2026-08-06: Cruzeiro strengthens attack and narrator Luís Roberto returns to Globo Cruzeiro has signed Uruguayan forward Lucho Rodríguez on loan from Saudi Arabia, while narrator Luís Roberto returns to Globo broadcasts following cancer treatment. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-completes-trio-of-saudi-league-loan-signings-including-lucho-rodrguez ### 2026-08-03: Cruzeiro moves to sign several strikers in summer transfer window Cruzeiro is close to signing strikers Lucho Rodríguez and João Costa while a €20 million move for defender Jonathan Jesus to Benfica collapsed, as the club prepares for Copa do Brasil and Libertadores ties. 8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-close-to-signing-uruguayan-striker-luciano-rodrguez-on-loan-from-saudi-club-neom ### 2026-07-22: Cruzeiro close to signing Zé Lucas as ex-Portuguesa players net first goals for new clubs Cruzeiro nears a deal for Zé Lucas as ex‑Portuguesa players Keven Coloni and Jotta score first goals for Boavista‑RJ and EC São Bernardo. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-eyes-signing-of-sport-midfielder-z-lucas ### 2026-07-18: Cruzeiro readies squad for Brasileirão clash with Internacional after signings Cruzeiro completed key signings—including Gabriel Rojas and Gabriel Pec—as it prepares for a July 22 Brasileirão match against Internacional, amid squad changes and possible Fabinho link. 7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-deals-with-womens-team-injury-crisis-and-a-youth-stars-prospective-move-to-alain ### 2026-07-16: Cruzeiro to miss Lucas Romero as Internacional eyes new striker ahead of clash Cruzeiro will play without suspended midfielder Lucas Romero, while Internacional evaluates striker Thiago Borbas as they prepare for their Brasileirão clash. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-to-miss-lucas-romero-as-internacional-eyes-new-striker-ahead-of-clash ### 2026-07-10: Cruzeiro midfielder Christian transfers to Russian club Krasnodar Cruzeiro sold midfielder Christian, the team's vice‑top scorer, to FC Krasnodar; he traveled to Russia to complete the deal, while the club added Gabriel Rojas and Gabriel Pec. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-midfielder-christian-transfers-to-russian-club-krasnodar ### 2026-07-04: Cruzeiro and Flamengo confront transfer market pressures in Brazil Cruzeiro coach Artur Jorge and ex‑Flamengo VP Marcos Braz both addressed transfer market issues, citing player sales, new signings and disputes with agents. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-and-flamengo-confront-transfer-market-pressures-in-brazil ### 2026-07-03: Cruzeiro close to $10 million transfer of midfielder Christian to Krasnodar Cruzeiro is close to selling midfielder Christian to Russia's Krasnodar for about $10 million, boosting its 2026 player‑sale total to roughly R$255 million after earlier transfers. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-close-to-10-million-transfer-of-midfielder-christian-to-krasnodar ### 2026-06-29: Brazilian clubs CRB appoint PC Gusmão as director while Cruzeiro pursues Helinho signing CRB named veteran PC Gusmão as football director, and Cruzeiro is eyeing Mexican winger Helinho as a new attacking signing. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/brazilian-clubs-crb-appoint-pc-gusmo-as-director-while-cruzeiro-pursues-helinho-signing ### 2026-06-26: EC Vitória signs midfielder Walace on loan from Cruzeiro EC Vitória has loaned midfielder Walace from Cruzeiro until season's end, aiming to strengthen its midfield ahead of upcoming Serie A fixtures. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/ec-vitria-signs-midfielder-walace-on-loan-from-cruzeiro ### 2026-06-22: Cruzeiro reshapes squad with player exits, explores new signings amid league schedule shift Cruzeiro sees Japa and Bruno Alves leave, adds Gabriel Rojas, eyes Gabriel Pec, and adapts to CBF’s new match‑time schedule; meanwhile Grêmio signs Wallace and Vitória loans midfielder Walace. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-schedules-july-friendlies-with-defensor-uruguay-and-grmio-brazil ### 2026-06-20: Cruzeiro signs Gabriel Rojas as Kaiki Bruno departs for Italy Cruzeiro signs Gabriel Rojas from Racing while Kaiki Bruno moves to Italy's Como on a €14 million loan‑to‑buy deal; Flamengo miss out. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kaiki-bruno-signs-for-italian-serie-a-club-como-in-1415-million-deal ### 2026-06-18: Cruzeiro signs Argentine Gabriel Rojas as CRB confirms two player departures Cruzeiro signs Argentine Gabriel Rojas until 2029, while CRB says midfielder Guilherme Estrella returns to Vasco and David Braw moves to Tombense. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-signs-argentine-gabriel-rojas-as-crb-confirms-two-player-departures ### 2026-06-12: Cruzeiro signs Argentine left‑back Gabriel Rojas as Kaiki heads to Italy Cruzeiro has signed Argentine left‑back Gabriel Rojas on a contract to 2029 for US$6 million, while preparing to sell youngster Kaiki to Italy’s Como. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-signs-argentine-leftback-gabriel-rojas-as-kaiki-heads-to-italy ### 2026-06-07: Gabriel Rojas moves from Racing to Cruzeiro in $4‑6 million deal Gabriel Rojas leaves Racing for Cruzeiro in a $4‑6 million transfer, while Flamengo eyes Cruzeiro's Kaiki Bruno. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gabriel-rojas-transfers-from-racing-club-to-brazils-cruzeiro ### 2026-06-06: Racing sells left‑back Gabriel Rojas to Cruzeiro for $6 million Racing is finalising a $6 million transfer of left‑back Gabriel Rojas to Brazil’s Cruzeiro, with payment terms pending and a contract through 2029. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/racing-sells-leftback-gabriel-rojas-to-cruzeiro-for-6-million ### 2026-05-26: Cruzeiro pursues Racing left‑back Gabriel Rojas, negotiations over $7‑8 million offer Cruzeiro aims to sign Racing left‑back Gabriel Rojas, with Racing demanding $7‑8 million after rejecting Cruzeiro’s $4 million offer; the player is under contract until 2028 and linked to Argentina’s 2026 World 21 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cruzeiro-pursues-racing-leftback-gabriel-rojas-negotiations-over-78-million-offer --- Cite as: Cruzeiro strengthens attack with Lucho Rodríguez loan. 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