Maiky, who has played four games for Figueirense this season, three in the Catarinense and one in the Copa do Brasil, will now join Al Granada Football Club. The loan deal will see Maiky's salary divided between Figueirense and Al Granada Football Club. This move is seen as an opportunity for the young player to gain more experience, as stated by Figueirense's football manager Túlio Guerreiro.
Al Granada Football Club is a newly created club in Dubai, with Brazilian businessman and former player Marcio Granada as its president. The club's goal is to conquer the third division of the UAE in its first season. Al Granada will be coached by Brazilian coach Paulo Campos, who has experience in both Brazilian and international football. The club also has former Bayern de Munique player Rafinha as one of its ambassadors.
Maiky started his career in the youth teams of Barra, Corinthians, Avaí, and Vila Nova before joining Figueirense in 2025. He played two games for Figueirense in the Copa Santa Catarina in 2025, a competition in which the team won the title.
Figueirense will play against Caxias in the 17th round of the Série C on Sunday, with the team occupying the 15th position in the league with 21 points.