Alex Sandro accepts offer and will be Flamengo's new reinforcement

Peñarol is preparing intensively for the decisive clash against Flamengo in the quarter-finals of the Copa Libertadores. The Uruguayan club faces Miramar Misiones this Saturday (07), at the Centenário Stadium, in the 10th round of the Uruguayan Championship. The game will be a crucial opportunity for the team to adjust its rhythm and align its strategies before facing the Brazilian Rubro-Negro next Thursday (19), at Maracanã.

Peñarol coach, Alfredo Arias , confirmed that the team will enter the field with maximum strength against Miramar Misiones. The decision to select the main players reflects the importance of the duel for the team, which is preparing for the high-level international clash against Flamengo. Peñarol does not want to leave any room for mistakes, making the most of each match before the Libertadores semi-final.

The match against Miramar Misiones is an essential step for Peñarol. With the Uruguayan internal competition already quite fierce, the team needs to guarantee good results to remain competitive in the Uruguayan Championship. However, the match also serves as a final test for the players and the coaching staff to adjust their physical and tactical form before the big challenge against Flamengo.

The clash against Flamengo is eagerly awaited. Rubro-Negro, current champion of the Libertadores, is a strong opponent, and Peñarol will have to be in top form to face them. The Uruguayan team needs to be prepared in both tactical and physical terms to face one of the strongest clubs in the South American competition.

With the final stretch of the 2024 season approaching, Flamengo faces an important challenge after the injury to Pedro, who suffered a ruptured ligament in his left knee. The club's vice-president of football, Marcos Braz, stated in an interview with "Fla TV" that he will discuss with coach Tite and his committee the possibility of seeking a new reinforcement to make up for the striker's absence.

The Flamengo see you next time Tuesday (stipulated deadline) to regularize any player who may play for the team this season. However, the options available are limited, as only athletes without a contract can be signed outside the transfer window. Braz highlighted the difficulties in finding suitable names on the market.

"The window is practically over, and the restrictions are enormous in making a signing at this time. After the window closes, it is only possible to sign players who were already without a contract before closing. This greatly reduces the options", explained the manager.

Despite speculation about possible hiring, Marcos Braz highlighted that The red and black squad already has alternatives for the position. Flamengo has, in addition to Gabigol, who must take responsibility in the attack, other players who can perform the role, such as Carlinhos and Bruno Henrique, who can also be improvised as a center forward.

"We have three players who can play in this position. Gabigol has always solved our problems, we have Carlinhos and Bruno Henrique, who can play the role of 9. We will analyze calmly until Tuesday and decide what is best for Flamengo", concluded Braz.

After debuting for Flamengo in a match against Corinthians, Carlos Alcaraz, better known as Charlie, was officially presented by the club this Friday (6). The young Argentine, 21 years old, was excited about the opportunity to wear the red and black shirt and highlighted the support of an old friend, full-back Alex Sandro, in adapting to the new club. < br>

Left-back Alex Sandro, who arrived at Flamengo in the same transfer window, revealed that held conversations with Alcaraz before both accepted the Rio club's proposals. The duo, who previously played together at Juventus, shared the excitement of reuniting at Flamengo and facing new challenges in Brazilian football.

"I was lucky to have Alex Sandro as a teammate at Juventus, and yes , I spoke to him before signing with Flamengo. At Juventus, he was a very important pillar for me, helping with my adaptation. Here at Flamengo, he is helping me learn Portuguese as quickly as possible", said Alcaraz during the press conference. presentation.

Alex Sandro also spoke about his friendship with the Argentine midfielder and revealed that they were both excited about the possibility of playing together again: "When Alcaraz was negotiating with Flamengo, he asked me if I would also come. He even said: 'If you go, I'll go'. That shows how excited he was to come and play here. I'm very happy to see him again at a club as big as Flamengo", said the full-back.

Now at Flamengo, both players have the expectation of contributing significantly to the team. While Alcaraz continues to adapt to Brazilian football and seek to establish himself in the squad, Alex Sandro uses his experience to support his colleague and help with integration on and off the field.