Cruzeiro increases loan activity to manage squad during World Cup break
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 3:30 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Cruzeiro is actively utilizing the World Cup hiatus to loan out players with limited game time. The board aims to enhance opportunities for academy players while addressing issues within the main squad. Notable moves include defensive midfielder Japa's loan to Mirassol and center-back Bruno Alves's transfer to Norwich, which includes a purchasing option. The club also faces challenges with midfielder Walace, who has been sidelined due to indiscipline and has a high salary complicating his loan prospects.
- •Japa loaned to Mirassol after limited appearances this season.
- •Walace faces difficulty in securing a loan due to high salary.
- •Bruno Alves loaned to Norwich with a fixed purchase option.
- •Club aims to give more playing time to academy prospects.
- 3:30 PMYahoo Sports — Cruzeiro steps up loans to trim squad, here's why
"Taking advantage of the break in the national calendar due to the World Cup, Cruzeiro’s board is working behind the scenes to decide the future of players who have seen little action under coach Art...
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