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The discourse surrounding the urgent need for a 'number nine' at Palmeiras is gaining traction. With Rony potentially leaving the club and Lopes's performance viewed as lacking by Ferreira, the pressure to secure a more reliable striker in the transfer market is intensifying. While young prospects from the academy such as Thales and Luigi show potential, their inexperience makes them unsuitable for key matches, particularly in high-stakes scenarios like the Libertadores or state championships.