Andreas Pereira has already begun life as a Palmeiras player, taking part in his first day of activities at the club’s training centre after completing his move from Fulham.
According to [**CNN Brasil**](https://www.cnnbrasil.com.br/esportes/futebol/palmeiras/andreas-pereira-faz-testes-fisicos-no-palmeiras-e-revela-conversa-com-abel/), the midfielder underwent functional and physical evaluations with the club’s medical and performance staff, as well as holding an initial conversation with coach Abel Ferreira. _“I spoke briefly with Abel, he sent me a message when the deal was completed. I hope to help,”_ Andreas said when presenting his style of play.
One of his key objectives is to re-establish himself in the Brazil national team setup, having already been called up by Carlo Ancelotti earlier this year. _“That, for sure, is important for me. To stay in the national team cycle. It’s about doing my job well at Palmeiras so I can be called up. I have a dream of going to the 2026 World Cup,”_ he underlined.
The 29-year-old also praised Palmeiras’ infrastructure, calling it “elite level.” He stated that _“the structure here is of a European elite club, it can be compared with the world’s elite. Palmeiras have everything a player needs to develop and deliver results. That’s the most important thing.”_
His arrival has already generated high expectations. Speaking on local outlet [**Band**](https://www.band.com.br/esportes/jogo-aberto/noticias/edu-dracena-ve-andreas-pereira-como-titular-no-palmeiras-202509021241/amp), former Brazilian defender and now TV pundit Edu Dracena said: _“He will be an undisputed starter, I have no doubt. He’s the icing on the cake. He will greatly enhance some of the players who will play alongside him.”_
With his signing finalised and training begun, Andreas Pereira is now preparing for his debut in September, with Palmeiras hoping his impact will be immediate – a few Fulham fans might be watching this one.