The football transfer market was lively on the first Friday of 2026, with Guilherme Arana set to join Fluminense, while Lavega is loaned to Coritiba. Inter finalized permanent deals for Carbonero and Victor Gabriel, and Gabigol is on the verge of returning to Santos. Flamengo is firm on its bid for Kaio Jorge, while São Paulo faces disappointment with Gastón Ávila opting for Argentine football. Grêmio confirmed Caio Paulista’s signing and is close to reuniting with Tetê, as Vasco scouts for reinforcements like Cauan Barros.
