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SHIRT 10 AGAIN! GABIGOL WILL USE THE OLD NUMBER AGAIN AT LIBERTADORES - CHECK HERE
Gabigol's relationship with Flamengo fans has always been intense
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Gabriel Barbosa, better known as Gabigol, will return to wearing the number 10 shirt for Flamengo in the game against Millonarios, valid for the Copa Libertadores. This decision comes after a series of events involving the player's number, reflecting Conmebol's strict rules, which do not allow changes in number during the competition.
Recently, a controversy took over the sports news and networks social. Gabigol had his number 10 removed after appearing wearing a Corinthians shirt. This incident generated a wave of discussions among fans and commentators, questioning the player's attitude and the repercussions for Flamengo.
THE CONTROVERSY OVER THE FLAMENGO SHIRT
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The decision to remove shirt number 10 from Gabigol was received with surprise by many. After all, the player is a fundamental part of the red and black squad and his number is almost as iconic as his performance on the field. For Flamengo fans, seeing their main striker wearing another shirt, especially from a rival club, was something unusual and caused discomfort.
However, the issue of numbering is not an arbitrary decision by the club. According to Conmebol rules, once the number of players has been registered at the beginning of the competition, it is not allowed to change it until the end of the tournament. This rule aims to maintain uniformity and clarity during the competition, avoiding confusion for both referees and fans.
Therefore, despite all the controversy, Gabigol will return to the field wearing the number 10 shirt. of the player with this number is a regulatory requirement, regardless of the club's internal decisions.
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Exclusive: Flamengo is close to signing a new defender
The club prioritizes specific signings, promotes the integration of young defenders and seeks to strengthen the squad in 2024
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Flamengo, under the management of the new board, adopts a strategic approach for the 2025 transfer window. The club will opt for specific signings, prioritizing needy positions and evaluating the market according to possible player departures.
Among the decisions already taken is the non-renewal of defender David Luiz's contract, which does not change the team's general planning. Furthermore, Pablo's return and a possible sale ofFabricio Bruno move the defensive scenario. According to journalists Pablo Raphael and Matheus Guaxxi, the club already has an agreement lined up with a new defender, whose name is still under secrecy, but which should be announced in soon.
BET ON YOUTH FROM THE BASE
One of the pillars of director José Boto's work will be the appreciation of the base's talents, something traditional for the manager. Cleiton, 21 years old, who has already been integrated into the main squad, should gain more space in 2024.
Other promising young people, such as Iago (19 years old) and Da Mata (18 years old), will be tested in the first rounds of the Carioca Championship. João Victor, just 17 years old, is also featured and will take part in a tour in the United States with Filipe Luís' team.
A ERA DO BOTO IN FLAMENGO
The Flamengo plans to improve the transition of athletes from the youth categories to the professional team, a model already successfully applied by Boto in previous administrations. This integration aims to provide greater use for young people before investing in external reinforcements.
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Coach asks and English club can try to sign Gerson, from Flamengo - says former player
Midfielder from Mengão had a standout season in 2024 that guaranteed him the title of captain of the red-black team and a place in the Brazilian national team
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After a season highlighted as leader of Flamengo in 2024, midfielder Gerson sparks interest in European football. Wolverhampton, from England, led by coach Vítor Pereira, would be interested in the player to strengthen the squad and avoid relegation in the Premier League.
The information was disclosed by former player and presenter Neto on the program Os Donos da Bola. In addition to Gerson, another player in the English club's sights would be the Colombian Richard Ríos, who currently plays for Palmeiras.
Wolverhampton interest
Currently, Wolverhampton occupies 17th position in the Premier League, fighting to move away from the zone of relegation. Since Vítor Pereira's arrival, the team has shown signs of improvement, remaining unbeaten in three matches, with wins over Leicester and Manchester United and a draw against Tottenham .
To continue the recovery, the board and coach are willing to invest heavily, and Gerson is one of the priorities. In 2024, the midfielder played in 56 games for Flamengo, scoring four goals and contributing nine assists. His physical consistency and leadership in a year marked by absences were aspects that caught attention.
The player, who has played for Roma, Fiorentina, and Olympique de Marseille, he was also regularly called up again for the Brazilian National Team, which reinforces his appeal in the European market.
Richard Ríos also in sight
Another name on Vítor Pereira's list is Colombian midfielder Richard Ríos, from Palmeiras. Revealed at Flamengo's academy, Ríos was loaned to Mazatlán (MEX) in 2021 and went to Guarani in 2022 before being signed by Palmeiras in 2023. In 2024, he played 49 matches, with four goals and five assists.
Brazilians at Wolverhampton
If negotiations progress, Gerson and Ríos will be able to join a group of Brazilians already present in the Wolves squad: right-back Pedro Lima, midfielders André and< /b> João Gomes, ex-Flamengo, and striker Matheus Cunha.
With the transfer window approaching, Wolverhampton must intensify its attacks, and Flamengo could face a new challenge to maintain a of its main players this season.
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Are you going now? Flamengo already has a date to receive payment for the sale of Matheuzinho to Corinthians
Alvinegro did not pay Mengão the amount agreed for the right-back and the contract with Brax will come into play as a guarantor of the negotiation
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Almost a year after the sale of Matheuzinho to Corinthians, Flamengohas not yet received the full amount< /a> of negotiation. Of the4 million euros(approximately R$24 million at the time), the São Paulo club only paid two installments of R$4 million, both late. However, the third installment, of R$ 8 million, which should have been paid on August 5, 2024, remains pending.
According to information from Paparazzo Rubro-Negro, Brax, a partner company of Corinthians, guaranteed that it will pay the outstanding amount in January 2025.
Debts and fines
In addition to the R$8 million in arrears, Corinthians still owes two other installments of R$2.5 million, scheduled for August 2025 and 2026. In total, the outstanding amount is R$ 13 million. However, due to late payment, there is a contractual fine of 20%, increasing the debt to R$ 15.6 million.
Flamengo activates contract guarantees
Faced with the delay, Flamengo activated the bank guarantees provided for in the sales contract. With this, payment will be made by Brax, which will assume the outstanding amount. For Corinthians, the delay will result in a loss of R$ 17 million, due to interest and the fine accumulated.
Previous negotiation: Hugo Souza
In 2024, Corinthians permanently acquired goalkeeper Hugo Souza, paying R$ 4.8 million for the transfer and another R$ 1.5 million to use against Flamengo. Despite this payment, the financial situation involving Matheuzinho still generates discomfort between the parties.
With the expectation of regularizing the payment in 2025, Flamengo hopes to end the imbroglio and guarantee the compliance with the agreement signed at the beginning of the negotiation.
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