6 Sept 2026
Lima joins Santos: midfielder leaves Fluminense on loan until the end of 2026
Santos confirmed today the signing of Lima, who joins on loan from Fluminense until the end of 2026. The midfielder was also presented and spoke for the first time as a Santos player.
Lima confirmed as Santos’ new signing
Santos confirmed today that Lima has joined the club for the next stage of its project. The midfielder leaves Fluminense and will play for Santos under a loan agreement valid until the end of 2026. The signing gives Santos more options in midfield and marks a new stage in the player’s career. This is not a permanent transfer. Lima remains contracted to Fluminense during the loan spell, while Santos will have him available until the end of 2026. This is the key information for anyone looking to understand how Santos completed the signing.
What is Lima’s contract with Santos?
Lima has joined Santos from Fluminense on loan. His contract with the new club runs until the end of 2026, allowing the midfielder to spend more than one season in the Santos squad. With the deal confirmed, Santos officially have Lima at their disposal, while Fluminense will be without the player for the period defined in the agreement. This explains the connection between the terms “Lima at Santos”, “Santos signing” and “Lima Fluminense”: the player joins the São Paulo club, but remains contractually tied to the Rio de Janeiro side.
What Lima said at his presentation
After the announcement, Lima was presented by Santos and gave his first statement as a player for the club. The official presentation confirmed the move and opened a new chapter for the midfielder in Santos’ colours. The main point of his arrival is his commitment to see out the loan spell and work for Santos until the end of 2026. The statement was made in the context of the presentation, but specific details of his comments were not provided in the announcement.
Why Lima’s arrival matters to Santos
Lima’s arrival gives Santos a midfielder tied to the club for an extended period. The club have not signed him merely for a short spell: the loan runs until the end of 2026. For Fluminense, the agreement represents Lima’s temporary departure, without changing the fact that he remains the club’s player during the loan spell. For Lima, the move is an opportunity to wear the Santos shirt and build his career at the club following his official presentation.
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