Could this be his moment? Galo bank on better season for on-loan striker

Could this be his moment? Galo bank on better season for on-loan striker After failing to make an impact with Atlético Mineiro at first, João Marcelo was loaned to Al Ahli of the United Arab Emirates at the beginning of this year. However, the 21-year-old forward did not get the playing time he had hoped for in his first few months in the Middle East. He made nine appearances — two as a starter — and scored two goals. João Marcelo and Galo are hoping for more opportunities in Portuguese coach Paulo Sousa’s team, with the chance to take part in the upcoming preseason. He is on loan at Al Ahli until the end of this year and will report to the club in the United Arab Emirates on the 28th. Atlético believes the forward could stand out, whether with a view to a permanent transfer or to have a more polished player available for 2027. He has made 17 appearances for Galo and scored two goals. Photo: Pedro Souza / Atlético This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.