‘I know where to play Gabigol’

Santos Coach Jair Ventura says he “knows where to play” Gabriel Barbosa, who is close to returning on loan from Inter.

The striker joined the Nerazzurri for a total of €33.5m in 2016, but scored only one goal and failed to make a single Serie A start.

Following a similarly unsuccessful spell on loan with Benfica the Brazilian, who is known as Gabigol, wants to return to his parent club.

Last night it was reported that an 18-month loan is a done deal, with the 21-year-old accepting a pay cut.

Santos Coach Jair Ventura says he “knows where to play” Gabriel Barbosa, who is close to returning on loan from Inter.

The striker joined the Nerazzurri for a total of €33.5m in 2016, but scored only one goal and failed to make a single Serie A start.

Following a similarly unsuccessful spell on loan with Benfica the Brazilian, who is known as Gabigol, wants to return to his parent club.

Last night it was reported that an 18-month loan is a done deal, with the 21-year-old accepting a pay cut.

“I already know everything,” Jair Ventura admitted, speaking to Globoesporte.

“I know how to use him on the pitch too, but now I can’t say anything.”