Youth controversy ends: São Paulo U20 talent clears the air | OneFootball

The midfielder clarified the facts and has already returned to Tricolor (Photo: Reproduction/Instagram)

MARCIO MONTEIRO

@avantmtricolor

After some rumors suggesting that he would be leaving São Paulo to return to Vasco, the midfielder Matheus Ferreira explained the situation that kept him out of the last training sessions of Tricolor's under-20 team and dispelled the rumors.

The 19-year-old is on loan from Vasco to São Paulo until January 2026 and needed to go to Rio de Janeiro to resolve some personal issues, authorized by Tricolor.

The press office of the São Paulo player issued a statement clarifying the situation:

“Matheus Ferreira remains firm and committed to São Paulo, working daily to contribute to the team in the best possible way. The rumors that circulated do not reflect the reality of the facts,” said the press office.

“I have a lot of respect and affection for São Paulo. At no time did I want to leave the club. I just had some personal problems in Rio de Janeiro, and the club supported me, giving me a few days to resolve them. After that, I returned to São Paulo, but had some physical issues due to loss of rhythm. With all the work from physiotherapists Bruno Seco and Jatener Pedro Sales, I was able to regain my physical form and I am ready. Let's go, Tricolor!” said Matheus Ferreira.

“We reinforce that Matheus maintains his full focus on work and commitment to São Paulo Futebol Clube, counting on the support of the technical staff, the squad, and the fans to continue evolving,” added the young midfielder's press office statement.

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