Grêmio’s Ideal Lineup Highlights Core Strengths, Reveals Squad Depth Issues
Grêmio arrives at its next match with a clearly defined starting eleven. The team shows balance under Luís Castro, but underlying squad depth issues remain apparent.
The likely starting eleven
Under Luís Castro, the core setup relies on one holding midfielder and two wide runners. This is the Grêmio’s ideal lineup for the current roster.
- Weverton
- Pavón
- Gustavo Martins
- Viery
- Pedro Gabriel
- Noriega
- Nardoni
- Arthur
- Enamorado
- Carlos Vinícius
- Amuzu
Goalkeeper and defence
Weverton is the unquestioned starter. He rates as the best signing of the current management and brings much-needed stability.
Pavón’s use at fullback exposes a structural weakness. Gustavo Martins alternates strong aerial play with costly errors in one-on-one duels.
Centre-back pairing and right side
Viery stands out for consistent performances and good game reading. Pedro Gabriel remains a work in progress and needs time to mature.
Midfield composition
Noriega has solidified his role as a central piece. Nardoni is still adapting to the demands of Brazilian football.
Arthur is the technical fulcrum. He gives shape to build-up play and remains the team’s main creative reference.
Attack: upside and limits
Enamorado supplies pace and the ability to destabilize defences. He must improve his finishing to make a bigger impact.
Carlos Vinícius serves as the reference striker. Amuzu is enjoying his best physical spell and contributes decisively.
Amuzu still needs to refine his final pass and deeper dribbling. The forward trio offers potential, but it also shows clear limitations.
Bench and squad depth issues
The substitutes rarely raise the team’s level. Several options cannot sustain the physical or tactical demands.
Marcos Rocha and Balbuena struggle to maintain required fitness. Luis Eduardo is a promising prospect without immediate impact.
Caio Paulista brings experience at left back, but he cannot transform the sector. Monsalve and Mec are more offensive players lacking consistency.
Attacking reinforcements needed
Braithwaite has yet to score since his injury. He accumulates mistakes while seeking match rhythm.
Tetê is not at his best, affected physically and mentally. There are no bench alternatives that clearly improve the attack.
Outlook and recommendations
The assessment is direct. The starting eleven can compete, but the squad lacks depth to push for clear progression.
To climb in the table, Grêmio needs reinforcements from midfield forward. The club must sign players who enter the box and decide matches.
Filmogaz.com will continue to monitor how the club addresses these squad depth issues in the transfer market.
