[4] On 3 May 2015, Santos was crowned champions of Campeonato Paulista after a three-year absence, after defeating Palmeiras by 2–1 in the finals (2–2 aggregate score, 4–2 on penalties).

[5] On 9 July, with the team in the relegation zone, Fernandes was replaced by Dorival Júnior, who returned to the club after nearly five years.

[6] In October, Santos entered in Campeonato Brasileiro's G-4 after a five-year "drought" (precisely 187 rounds).

[9] Source: SantosFC.com.br (for appearances and goals), Wikipedia players' articles (for international appearances and goals), FPF (for contracts) Note: Flags indicate national team as defined under FIFA eligibility rules; some limited exceptions apply.

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