Palmeiras could lose Flaco López after the World Cup

Palmeiras enters the transfer window on July 20 with the possibility of seeing its top scorer, Flaco López, depart, while the board insists on keeping the main starters until the season ends. The decision follows a two‑week break at the Football Academy, ending on July 22 when the Verdão resumes the Brazilian Championship.

Which players are on European clubs' radar?

Flaco López, who netted 14 goals and provided eight assists in the first half of the season, was called up by Argentina for the World Cup and attracts interest from European teams. No official bid has arrived yet, and Palmeiras would only negotiate a package exceeding €40 million. Mid‑fielder Mauricio, who shone with Paraguay at the World Cup, has been linked to Atalanta but also lacks a concrete offer. Allan already has a Napoli proposal – about €35 million – which was promptly rejected.

Why is the board resisting sales now?

The alviverde management sticks to a plan of not trading the most used players under Abel Ferreira unless an irresistible offer appears. The club stresses the sporting project over financial gain, as its accounts stay balanced after years of surplus. Replacing Flaco López in Abel's system would be difficult, pushing the demanded price higher.

How might the exceptional registration period affect the squad?

CBF created an exceptional window from July 9 to 17 for Série A clubs to register players from other Brazilian teams. This lets Palmeiras regularize the signing of Alexander Barboza, a former Botafogo defender, before the match against Coritiba on July 22. Barboza was the only official addition for the second half of the season, bolstering the back line and showing the club still seeks targeted tweaks while keeping its core intact.

What lies ahead in the coming months?

With the window open until September 11, Palmeiras has time to assess offers and decide on Flaco López, Mauricio and Allan. Meanwhile, the team trains intensively for the return to the Brasileirão, eyeing the Copa Libertadores and other titles this season. Fans should watch for possible negotiations, but the board’s message stays clear: the starting core remains unchanged until the campaign concludes.