Flamengo's 4 priorities in the market according to analyst

With the end of the 2024 season approaching, Flamengois already starting preparationsfor 2025. Under the command of Filipe Luís, in his new phase at the helm of the team, the club plans to reinforce the squad. According to an analysis by commentator Victor, from the channel Falso Nove, there are critical areas that the board needs to prioritize next year.

Right-side

Although Wesleyhas stood out as a key player in Filipe Luís' team, interest from European clubs could make it difficult for him to stay. If a transfer takes place, whether in the January window or in the middle of 2025, Flamengo will need to look for alternatives.

O Falso Nove suggests that Rubro-Negro hire one or even two full-backs with characteristics similar to Wesley's, as the current reserve, Varela, has a different playing style and could also be on his way out.

“What Flamengo needs on this right flank. He needs a back who has health and speed to attack spaces in the corridor. That he can generate overtaking to play alongside the midfielder. And that he has good defensive capacity, both to recover and to protect crosses at the second post. Basically a guy with Wesley's skills. Flamengo needs at least one, if not two full-backs in this profile”, said Victor.

Defender

Despite the security offered by the starting duo Léo Ortiz and Léo Pereira, Flamengo may face difficulties in replacing parts for the defense.

The possible departure of Fabrício Bruno, who attracts attention from Europe, added to the likely departure of David Luiz, would leave coach Filipe Luís with young Cleiton as the only backup option. In this scenario, the recommendation is that the club look for defenders with a profile similar to that of the starters, especially left-footed players, to maintain the tactical standard.

“Flamengo urgently needs a left-handed defender. With good technique for building plays, and ability to play long ball. Speed ​​to defend the back, and also a sense of positioning for anticipation and interception. A kind of left-handed Léo Ortiz, or a kind of another Léo Pereira”, he explained.

Steering wheel

De La Cruz's injury forced Filipe Luís to adjust the midfield, using two midfielders to support the team.

Although Evertton Araújo and Pulgar have shown good performance, Victor points out limitations in the Chilean and considers Allan below expectations. Therefore, Flamengo would need more reliable options for such a physically demanding position throughout the season.

“In volance you need one more too. Another defensive midfielder, with high combativeness and movement capacity. The player also needs to have a good pass and the ability to receive the ball from behind like a pivot. Vision of the game to play the long ball, in addition to the sense of interception, which every defensive player needs to have. Basically a mini Evertton Araujo. Or an improved Pulgar, with greater movement capacity”, specified Victor.

Striker

The most urgent need is in attack command. With Pedroinjured and Gabigolout of the plans for 2025, the squad only has Carlinhos and, eventually, an improvised Bruno Henrique.

Victor believes that Flamengo should look for a center forward with characteristics similar to those of Pedro, but who also be able to perform essential tactical functions in Filipe Luís' system, such as movement in free spaces.

“As Filipe Luís is very happy to say, the goal is bought. So first of all, Flamengo needs a scorer. A goalscorer capable of playing with both legs. From providing support with your back, that is, being a player who holds the marker with your back, compete for the ball with your markers. That has the ability to play in the air. But especially, despite having these skills of a fixed center forward, who knows how to attack spaces, respecting the style of play that coach Filipe Luís demands”, he analyzed.