Santos prepares for presidential election amid political maneuvering

As the term of Santos president Marcelo Teixeira nears its end, the political is shifting ahead of the club's presidential election scheduled for late 2026. Following protests over eligibility rules, the Deliberative Council decided candidates must only be club members for ten years instead of requiring prior board membership. Potential candidates are emerging, with Ivan Luduvice positioning himself as an opponent to the current administration, while Maurício Maruca and Rodrigo Marino have formed an alliance after finishing second and third in the last election. The election date remains uncertain as procedural steps are still pending.

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