Santos Futebol ClubeSantos Futebol Clube will not have Diógenes in the Aspirantes tournament. The goalkeeper was called to dedicate himself exclusively to the professional category.
What happened?
The Santos Futebol Clube management asked Diógenes not to participate in the tournament to be the immediate reserve of Gabriel Brazão.
Why is this important?
Diógenes is one of the main contenders for the starting position of Santos Futebol Clube in the Aspirantes tournament. However, with the injury of João Paulo and Renan, he became an important option for the Santos goal.
What comes next?
Santos Futebol Clube is preparing to face Chapecoense in the 32nd round of Serie B. Diógenes will stay with the squad at CT Rei Pelé and prepare for the match.
| Date | Opponent | Competition |
|---|---|---|
| 16/10 | Chapecoense | Serie B |
The Aspirantes tournament features 16 teams, including: Atlético-MG, Botafogo, CRB, Criciúma, Cuiabá, Fluminense, Fortaleza, Goiás, Juventude, Mirassol, Red Bull Bragantino, Santos, Sport, Vasco, Vila Nova and Vitória.
Clubs can register players from the Sub-17 to Sub-23 categories. In this sense, the competition serves as a great opportunity for those who have already "exploded" the age of the Sub-20 category, but still await a chance in the main team.
Diógenes stood out in the Copa São Paulo de Futebol Juniores, in 2022, but has not played a single game in the professional category. He is part of the squad that still has Gabriel Brazão, João Paulo and Renan at its disposal.
The goalkeeper was called up urgently due to the few options for the Santos goal. After all, the starter Gabriel Brazão has two yellow cards and, if he receives another warning, he will have to serve a suspension. With João Paulo and Renan in the medical department, Diógenes would be the immediate option to defend the Santos goal.
