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Flamengo's squad returned to CT Ninho do Urubu this Saturday (5), to begin preparations for the match against São Paulo, on the 12th, for the Brasileirão. For the match, coach Hernán Crespo may gain two reinforcements: Lucas Moura and Ferreira.

SAO PAULO MAY HAVE REINFORCEMENTS AGAINST FLAMENGO

This Saturday (5), midfielder Lucas Moura and striker Ferreira took another step in their recovery from injury. Thus, the duo did a new physical transition session and are closer to returning to the pitch.

The players participated in an activity on physical preparation. Lucas has been experiencing pain in his right knee since March and was diagnosed with a posterior capsule strain in May. The player was given three months to resolve the problem, but he should return this month.

Ferreira has been suffering from a plantar fascia injury in his left foot since May. The striker missed the last six matches before the Club World Cup break to treat the problem. There is therefore a chance that the players will be available for the match against Flamengo.

AND FLAMENGO?

For the match against São Paulo, Flamengo will not have Pulgar and Gerson available. This is because the number 5 is injured after fracturing the metatarsal of his right foot and the number 8 was sold to Zenit. The teams will face each other on July 12th, at 4:30 pm, at Maracanã, for the Brasileirão.

Gerson's departure to Zenit , in negotiations surrounded by criticism and distrust, left a gap in Flamengo's midfield. However, contrary to what some fans expected, the club should not seek a direct replacement for the Joker.

GERSON LEAVES A VOID AT FLAMENGO

The decision was made by coach Filipe Luís himself, who believes that the current red-black squad has enough capacity to fill the space left by the former number 8. According to an investigation by RubroNewsTV, with confirmation from a club director, the technical committee considers that there are viable alternatives in the squad.

Although the players have different characteristics, the understanding is that the team can remain competitive without the arrival of a new name for the role. Even with rumors about a possible return of Andreas Pereira or the arrival of other names for the position , Flamengo has not opened official talks for direct replacements after the sale of Gerson.

IS FLAMENGO LOOKING FOR REINFORCEMENTS IN THE WINDOW?

Filipe Luís , together with the football management, chose not to accelerate new negotiations for the sector at this point in the season. The analysis made by the technical committee involved not only technical aspects, but also physical and tactical ones. According to sources heard, the understanding is that players such as Igor Jesus, Léo Ortiz, Allan and Victor Hugo can play supporting roles in the midfield , even with different characteristics to Gerson.

Despite the confidence shown by Filipe Luís, part of the red-black fans have been criticizing the board's stance. Executive director José Boto has been the target of demands for more incisive reinforcements, especially after the elimination in the Club World Cup. The expectation was that, with the transfer window open, Flamengo would move more aggressively.

After beating Flamengo in the round of 16 of the Club World Cup , Bayern Munich faced PSG this Saturday (5), in the quarterfinals, and fell by the wayside. Vincent Kompany's team was defeated by the French by a score of 2-0.

MATCH SUMMARY

The match between PSG and Bayern Munich started evenly, with chances for both sides and a lot of intensity. The first half ended 0-0. After the break, the pace remained high. However, it was the French team who made the most of their chances in attack.

At 33', after recovering the ball in the middle, PSG launched a counterattack and opened the scoring with a beautiful shot from Désiré Doué from outside the area. After the goal, the French team also suffered two expulsions: William Pacho and Lucas Hernández.

However, even with a 2-0 advantage, Bayern Munich were unable to tie the match and in the 51st minute of the second half, Hakimi made a great play on the right, entered the area and passed to Dembélé. Immediately afterwards, the number 10 struck firmly, leaving Neuer with no chance, extending the score.

SEMIFINAL COULD BE WITH REAL MADRID

Now, PSG awaits the definition of the clash between Real Madrid and Borussia Dortmund to find out who they will face in the Club World Cup semi-final. The ball rolls this Saturday (5), at 5 pm (Brasília time), at MetLife Stadium, in New Jersey.