PTLucas João, a 32-year-old forward who previously played for Nacional between 2011 and 2015, has left the club by mutual agreement after participating in 20 matches during the 2025/26 season without scoring any goals. He joins other players like Jota, André Sousa, and Kaique, who have also left the club either due to contract expiration or loan deals ending. Meanwhile, former captain João Aurélio, who spent 12 seasons with Nacional, has retired from playing but will remain with the club in a new role as sports director.
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