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Matheus Cunha's role diminishes at Cruzeiro, loan return expected

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 11, 2026, 3:07 PM

Last updated Jul 11, 2026

Matheus Cunha's role diminishes at Cruzeiro, loan return expected

Summary

Matheus Cunha's situation at Cruzeiro has significantly declined within six months. Originally seen as a long-term successor to Cássio, the goalkeeper has struggled to secure a spot amid injury setbacks and inconsistent performances. Following his absence in a recent friendly, club management is initiating a move to bring back Léo Aragão, further solidifying Cunha’s diminished role. The goalkeeper's future appears uncertain as he has not been included in recent squad selections, with Otávio and now Aragão taking precedence.

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By the Numbers

•Cunha signed a pre-contract for Cruzeiro with plans for Cássio's retirement.
•He suffered an early knee injury impacting his initial season performance.
•Cunha played nine consecutive matches but underperformed, losing his starting role.
•Cruzeiro plans to recall Léo Aragão from loan to fill the goalkeeper position.
•Cunha has been omitted from recent match squads, indicating a shift in team priorities.

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3:07 PMYahoo Sports — Cássio's 'successor' loses ground at Cruzeiro, now expendable

What they're saying

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Matheus Cunha’s path at Cruzeiro took a dramatic turn in just six months.The goalkeeper, who signed a pre-contract back in 2025 with a view to the long-term transition toward Cássio’s retirement ...
— Yahoo Sports

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