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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	Équipe	P	V	N	D	BP	A	+/-	Pts	Forme
8	Coritiba	27	10	8	9	37	38	-1	38	N D V V N
9	Red Bull Bragantino	26	10	6	10	32	29	3	36	N D D V N
10	Santos FC	26	9	8	9	39	39	0	35	V V V N V
11	Botafogo RJ	27	9	8	10	41	43	-2	35	V N N D D
12	Sao Paulo	26	9	6	11	31	30	1	33	D V V D N

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