The Portuguese’s departure from Palmeiras is ruled out at this time: The coach has a contract until the end of 2025 and has already reiterated that, despite recent proposals, he intends to continue in Brazil.
The “day” referred to by Abel, therefore, will not come soon, but the statement aroused curiositymainly against Palmeiras, but also against opponents who wouldn’t think it was bad to see a farewell to the most successful coach in the club’s history.
Bringing together the trio leading the Brazilian team is one of the hypotheses. The Portuguese has already spoken of “pride” at having his name remembered in speculation, but has always reinforced that Palmeiras is the place he “wants” to be.
Europe is another thesis, but more “complicated”. In a scenario with Endrick on the rise at Real Madrid, Estêvão and Luis Guilherme would need to sign for the Spanish team — which would have to sign Abel.
The last option would be Palmeiras of the future. The coach constantly reinforces the need for the board to keep its main stars, and having the trio in the black and white in the coming years would fulfill the desire mentioned by the coach.
What do the experts say?
Danilo Lavieri. “I didn’t understand very well. To me, it seemed like it was the Brazilian team, but it could also be that he dreams of training in another big European team — but it’s much more difficult for you to think that a big European team will be able to sign all three. So, for me, it seems like it’s something with the Brazilian team. In any case, Abel, you already have the three. Take advantage now while there’s still time, because Endrick is leaving.”
