Santos is contemplating filing a complaint with FIFA against Juventus and Cruzeiro concerning the transfer of their former player, Kaio Jorge.

Juventus officially transferred the Brazilian striker to Cruzeiro on June 11, announcing a permanent deal, while on the same day, Cruzeiro issued a statement confirming Jorge's signing on a five-year contract.

Santos claims that when they sold Jorge to Juventus in August 2021 for €3 million, the contract included a clause giving Santos a preference in any subsequent negotiations involving the player.

A statement from Santos said: "Santos Futebol Clube, through its Legal Department, officially notified Juventus, from Italy, and Cruzeiro Esporte Clube, from Belo Horizonte, about the negotiation involving striker Kaio Jorge … Santos FC awaits the parties' response to present a possible claim to FIFA.

"At no time were Santos informed about the transaction information or consulted about their interest in reacquiring the player. Kaio Jorge was trained in the youth divisions of Santos FC."