The Cruzeiro football club is in talks to loan out striker Rafael Papagaio to a Japanese team. The deal is expected to be a temporary loan until the end of the year with an option to buy, as reported by ge.
Rafael Papagaio has played 29 matches for Cruzeiro and scored five goals. He joined the team last year from the United Arab Emirates. Despite his contributions, the club is looking to secure a loan deal for him to play in Japan.
The negotiation is close to being finalized, and there is a possibility that Papagaio may not be part of the upcoming match against Cuiabá in the Brazilian league. While he has played 17 games this season and scored four goals, the arrival of new offensive players like Kaio Jorge and the potential acquisition of Lautaro Díaz could reduce his playing time.
The initial interest in loaning out Papagaio was first reported by journalist Samuel Venâncio. The club is also working on renewing the contract of another player, Matheus Pereira, in the coming days.
Despite his contract with Cruzeiro running until 2026, Papagaio’s future with the team seems uncertain due to the competition for his position. The loan to a Japanese team could provide him with more playing opportunities and experience in a different league.
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