Even with the 2025 competitions reaching the final stretch, Palmeiras is already directing part of its attention to planning for the next season. The Alviverde board has been evaluating the market in search of reinforcements that could strengthen the squad for 2026.
One of the names is striker Derik Lacerda, who played in the Brasileirão for Sport. But who is the player? How old are you? Sporting News shows.
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Derik Lacerda at Palmeiras?
According to information from ” Nosso Palestra “, Palmeiras carried out a survey with the Cuiabáat the beginning of October, to obtain information about a possible negotiation involving the attacker Derik Lacerdawho played in this year’s Série A for Sport.
The contact, however, was only initial — Palmeiras did not present any formal proposal, they only sought to understand whether the team from Mato Grosso would be open to talking about a transfer at the end of the current season.
At 26 years old, Derik Lacerda is seen as an interesting alternative for the offensive sector, being able to compete for space with Vitor Roque, Flaco López and Bruno Rodrigues in the Palmeiras attack.
In recent days, the player was removed from the squad Sportunder the justification of indisciplinea fact that can influence your future and facilitate a possible exit.
⚠️ Palmeiras carried out a survey for striker Derik Lacerda, who belongs to Cuiabá and was on loan to Sport.
Verdão’s initial contact occurred around 40 days ago. The club wanted to know if Cuiabá would be willing to open negotiations at the end of this season.
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Who is Derik Lacerda?
Born in Minas Gerais, the player began his career at Villa Nova-MG and played for teams such as Caldense, Goiás and Chapecoense, before establishing himself at Cuiabá, a club with which he has ties. In 2024, he was loaned to Sport, where he played in Series A of the Brazilian Championship.
With characteristics of physical strength, speed and good finishing, Derik usually plays on the sides of the field, but can also play as a center forward. Throughout the season, he drew attention for his decisive participation and good use in transition plays. Despite having recently been removed from the Sport squad for disciplinary reasons, his name continues to be highly regarded by Series A clubs, such as Palmeiras, who are monitoring him as a possible reinforcement for next season.
Derik Lacerda’s numbers in 2025
- 43 games
- 14 goals
- 3 assists
