Lucas Silva, a 14-time starter in 19 Cruzeiro games before Artur Jorge's arrival, has only started one game since the coach took over. The midfielder had been a regular starter under previous coach Tite, but has now been relegated to the bench. Kauã Moraes, who started four games before the Copa do Mundo, has only been a substitute in one game after the tournament. Marquinhos, who played only three games after the Copa do Mundo, has been struggling to find his place in the team. Wanderson, who started 13 games under Artur Jorge, has been alternating between being an option on the bench and being left out of the team. Chico da Costa, who has not been related for a game since the end of May, has been completely left out of the team's plans.
Artur Jorge has been testing players, giving some of them more playing time, and reducing the participation of others since his arrival at Cruzeiro. The coach has a clear idea of his team's lineup and has been making changes to suit his style of play. The players who were regular starters before Artur Jorge's arrival are now being considered as last options when the team needs to make substitutions.