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Vasco Da Gama v Chapecoense - Brasileirao 2026

'Why not?' - Coutinho reveals exactly how Neymar convinced him to join Santos

Philippe Coutinho has completed a surprise move to Santos, crediting his former Brazil team-mate Neymar for making the transfer happen. The former Liverpool and Barcelona playmaker returns to football following a difficult period away from the pitch due to mental exhaustion.

Vasco Da Gama v Bahia - Brasileirao 2026

Coutinho defends Santos switch and explains Vasco exit

Philippe Coutinho has broken his silence following his controversial switch to Santos, offering a detailed explanation behind his departure from boyhood club Vasco da Gama earlier this year. The 34-year-old playmaker revealed that severe mental exhaustion and intense hostility from the stands forced him to step away to protect his wellbeing.

Botafogo v Vasco Da Gama - Brasileirao 2025

Coutinho joins Neymar at Santos

The iconic partnership between Philippe Coutinho and Neymar is set for a sensational revival in their homeland. Santos have officially confirmed the signing of the former Liverpool playmaker on a short-term deal that runs until the end of the current campaign.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
6	Cruzeiro	27	12	6	9	39	39	0	42	L W L W W
7	Atletico MG	27	11	7	9	36	32	4	40	D W L W D
8	Santos FC	27	10	8	9	41	40	1	38	W W W W D
9	Coritiba	28	10	8	10	37	43	-6	38	L D L W W
10	Red Bull Bragantino	26	10	6	10	32	29	3	36	D L L W D

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