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Robinho Jr. faces uncertainty at Santos just a month after renewing his contract. The 18-year-old forward hasn't played in over 30 days and may leave the club in the next transfer window.
Robinho Jr. at an impasse at Santos and could leave the club
Just one month after signing his contract renewal, young forward Robinho Jr., 18, finds himself in an uncertain situation at Vila Belmiro.
Having not taken the field for more than 30 days, the player has lost ground under coach Cuca, refuses to return to the under-20 team, and could end up leaving Peixe in the next transfer window.
Despite an informal promise that he would get more minutes after the renewal (sealed on April 17), the reality has been different.
Cuca’s coaching staff believes the youngster is still not fully ready to make a difference and take on responsibility in the starting team.
Even after being advised by football manager Elano to drop down to the under-20s in order to gain match fitness and stand out under the board’s watch, the player and his representatives rejected the idea.
His camp informed Santos that Robinho Jr. will not return to the youth setup unless there is a very well-structured career plan in place. The agents’ argument is that the forward already completed his development stage last year and should now establish himself in the professional squad, where he has been training regularly.
With the situation at a standstill in Brazil, the player’s representatives have already started looking abroad. Curiously, the lack of games with the first team is seen as a factor that could “facilitate” a deal, since his market value would not be high, allowing for a transfer at more affordable figures.
Robinho Jr. has not taken the field for more than 30 days and has lost favor with coach Cuca.
If Robinho Jr. leaves Santos, it could impact the team's forward options and his development as a player.
The next transfer window for Santos is expected to open soon, allowing for potential player movements.

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