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Santos FC is currently navigating a path of financial prudence, necessitating a strategic approach to player sales. The club recognizes Jair as a financially lucrative asset with potential for future sales, particularly to European clubs. Hence, they are inclined to hold out for a deal that reflects their assessment of his capabilities rather than settling for a less advantageous offer.
The intent is clear: Santos seeks to maximize profit from the sale while simultaneously focusing on developing upcoming talents from their youth academy, which historically has been instrumental in cultivating some of Brazil’s top players.