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Cruzeiro strengthens attack with Lucho Rodríguez loan

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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, reportedly for a US$15 million fee with a purchase option. Rodríguez, 23, joined alongside fellow loanees João Costa from Al-Ettifaq and Wesley Teixeira from Al-Nassr. As On August 9, 2026, Cruzeiro defeated Mirassol 3-1 at the team prepares for Mineirão during the 22nd round of the Brasileirão Série A, Cruzeiro is set to host A. While Reinaldo equalized for Mirassol at via a penalty following a VAR review, Cruzeiro reclaimed the Mineirão on Sunday, August 9, 2026. Currently 7th in lead through Kaio Jorge. Debutant Wesley secured the league victory with 30 points, Cruzeiro aims to break into the top five (G5) to secure a spot goal in the next Copa Libertadores. Coach Artur Jorge has confirmed that 38th minute of the new attacking reinforcements—Rodríguez, Teixeira, and Costa—are registered second half. Following the match, Lucas Romero praised the performance of debutants Zé Lucas and available, though they are expected to start on Wesley, highlighting the bench. In addition 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, Cruzeiro is managing play and its squad ahead of an upcoming Copa Libertadores round-of-16 clash against Flamengo. The club has utilized its five permitted roster changes for the tournament, registering Gabriel Rojas, Zé Lucas, João Costa, Lucho Rodríguez, and Wesley.

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  1. 2026-08-09 19:51 UTC Cruzeiro strengthens attack with Lucho Rodríguez loan
  2. 2026-08-09 14:56 UTC Cruzeiro strengthens attack with Lucho Rodríguez loan
  3. 2026-08-09 12:22 UTC Cruzeiro strengthens attack with Lucho Rodríguez loan
  4. 2026-08-09 09:23 UTC Cruzeiro strengthens attack with Lucho Rodríguez loan
  5. 2026-08-08 15:31 UTC Cruzeiro strengthens attack with Lucho Rodríguez loan
  6. 2026-08-08 11:54 UTC Cruzeiro strengthens attack with Lucho Rodríguez loan
  7. 2026-08-07 23:44 UTC Cruzeiro strengthens attack with Lucho Rodríguez loan
  8. 2026-08-06 20:28 UTC Cruzeiro adds attacking options in 2026 summer window
  9. 2026-08-05 10:12 UTC Cruzeiro transfer activity ahead of Internacional clash

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