The Brazilian forward has been playing for Cruzeiro since August 6, 2026, and has quickly become a key player, scoring a goal against Mirassol. Wesley's desire to return to Corinthians, where he was formed and initially wanted to return to, was a major factor in the proposed loan deal. However, the agreement was cancelled due to Corinthians' registration issues.
Wesley's time at Cruzeiro has been marked by a rapid rise to prominence, despite still being in search of his ideal physical condition. He has already established himself as a regular starter, having scored a goal in his second appearance for the club against Mirassol. The 19:30 kick-off on Sunday at the NeoQuímica Arena will see Cruzeiro face Corinthians, with five players from the latter team currently sidelined due to injury.
Cruzeiro's recent struggles have been compounded by the loss of Luis Sinisterra and Gabriel Pec to significant injuries. The club has since decided to reinitiate negotiations with Wesley, with a new agreement reportedly in place for a loan until July 2027.