São Paulo will have a meeting with Crespo to find out if it will continue its search for the number 9 shirt.

São Paulo faces a dilemma in strengthening its attacking sector. After the failed attempt to repatriate Marcos Leonardo, who was denied by Al-Hilal, the Tricolor board will meet with coach Hernán Crespo in the coming days to determine whether to continue the search for a new center forward this season.

In fact, the issue has become more urgent given the squad's string of physical issues. After all, the club lost three attackers to ligament injuries: Calleri, Ryan Francisco, and André Silva. Currently, the group only has Dinenno as a starting option in that position.

With the Brazilian transfer window already closed, the Tricolor's only option is to invest in players without club contracts. This list includes players who were out of contract after the end of the last European season, for example.

The deadline to register reinforcements for the Brazilian Championship is October 3rd. In the Libertadores, the regulations allow changes to the list of registered players at each stage up to the semifinals.

Marcos Leonardo even tried to secure his release from Al-Hilal, but the Arab club refused to let go of the striker. The situation forced São Paulo to seek alternatives.

At the same time, the club responded to Crespo's request and brought in Argentine Emiliano Rigoni. Despite his arrival, Rigoni isn't a center forward by trade and doesn't fill the gap in the squad.

The decision on whether or not to continue on the market will depend on a meeting between the board and the coaching staff. The goal is to evaluate available names and determine whether the investment is worth it given the limited options.

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