Gabigol's comments shed light on the circumstances surrounding his departure from Flamengo in December 2024. He stated that the club's change of heart was a major factor in the contract not being signed. According to Gabigol, the club's directors had authorized the production of a video announcing his renewal, including images with a personalized jersey. However, the documents for the new contract were never delivered, and the deal ultimately fell through.
The arrival of Tite at Flamengo in October 2023 was one of the reasons for the delay in the contract renewal, Gabigol believes. He felt that he would not have space under the new coach. After a conversation with Filipe Luís, who took over the team in October 2024, Gabigol's situation began to change. He left Flamengo to join Cruzeiro and is currently playing for Santos on loan.
Gabigol still has a desire to return to Flamengo in the future.