Soccer
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0Pedro, Flamengo striker, suffered a serious injury during a match for the Brazilian national team, specifically a tear in the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in his knee. This type of injury is one of the most serious for high-performance athletes and, in Pedro's case, will require surgery, in addition to a long recovery period. The attacker will be sidelined for an estimated period of between 9 and 12 months, which represents a significant loss for both Flamengo regarding selection.
The anterior cruciate ligament is one of the main structures of the knee, responsible for stabilizing the joint and preventing the tibia moves excessively in relation to the femur. When a rupture occurs, there is a serious compromise in the mobility and stability of the knee, which prevents the player from continuing to play without medical intervention.
WHAT IS THE ATTACKER INJURY LIKE?
ACL tears are common in sports that involve sudden movements, such as quick changes of direction, jumps and landings, typical in football. In the case of Pedro, it is possible that the movement performed during the match overloaded the knee, resulting in rupture of the ligament. After the injury was suspected during the game, Pedro underwent a series of tests, including an MRI, which confirmed the complete rupture of the ACL. Immediate diagnosis is crucial to ensure that appropriate treatment is initiated as soon as possible, minimizing future complications.
Treatment for this type of injury involves, in almost all cases, reconstructive surgery. This procedure consists of replacing the torn ligament with a graft, which can be taken from another part of the patient's body or from a donor. The choice of graft type depends on factors such as the extent of the lesion and the surgeon's preferences.
Leo Fernandez was offered to Rubro-negro Rio through his staff
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0Flamengo's executioner in the fateful elimination in the quarter-finals of the Libertadores in 2024, Leo Fernandez, Uruguayan midfielder who was featured at Peñarol, but belongs to Toluca , from Mexico, could be a reinforcement for River Plate next season. This is because according to information from journalist Jorge Nicola, Leo was recently offered to Flamengo through his staff. Rubro-Negro later denied any contact and stated that they do not have the Uruguayan midfielder in their plans.
In principle, Penãrol has had difficulty in acquiring the athlete permanently, and that is why River Plate came into play, according to journalist César Luis Merlo. Without disclosed values, the Argentines' proposal would be for the percentage of the 26-year-old player.
In addition to Peñarol, where this season he scored 22 goals and provided 17 assists in 47 games, Leo Fernandez also spent time at Universidad de Chile, Tigres (MEX), Toluca and Fluminense.
Filipe Jota could be leaving Stade Rennais
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0Regarded as one of the great promises of Portuguese football when he emerged at Benfica, Filipe Jota may be leaving Stade Rennais, the French team led by former Flamengo, Jorge Sampaoli. Having made his entire base at Benfica, leaving the club only in 2020 to go on loan, the winger could be a name to watch out for José Boto, who worked with the athlete at Benfica.
Known for being very knowledgeable about the South American market, but obviously with the power to attract Portuguese players, José Boto could strengthen relations between the 25-year-old player and Flamengo, in a good way market opportunity.
Since August at Rennes, Jota arrived at Al-Ittihad, where he was unable to perform his best football, as he has been in the team led by Jorge Sampaoli. So much so that according to French newspaper L'Équipe, the Portuguese could be leaving the club as early as January.
Without playing as a starter since November and with just 13 minutes added in the entire month of December, Jota's dissatisfaction and Rennes' movement could cause the player's trajectory in the club ends even with the contract expiring only in 2027.
Signed for 8 million euros, his market value remains the same, which equivalent to the real, would be something around 51 million. This value, however, can be reduced in view of the entire mess.
How does Jota play?
Despite many years at Benfica, his most successful period was at Celtic, in Scotland. At the club he was a fan idol and contributed to five titles while he was in the country. In total there were 83 games for the Scots, with 28 goals and 26 assists.
Originally left winger, Jota can also play on the right and centralized side, as a false nine. A highly skilled player, he stands out for his technical quality, with the ability to work with both legs, improvisation and passes, all of which also contributes to goals when necessary.
Amidst speculation that despite several options For this position in the squad, José Boto wants someone to occupy this part of the field, Jota could emerge as a market opportunity, especially with the fact that he already knows and has worked with the new Flamengo manager.
The defender would be on the Argentine team coach's list of reinforcements for next season
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0Léo Pereira has a contract with Flamengo until December 2027, but was recently speculated at Boca Juniors (ARG). According to journalist Leandro Aguilera, the Mais Querido defender is on coach Fernando Gago's list to reinforce the Argentine team next season. However, the information was denied by the player's agent.
In contact with journalist Venê Casagrande, Léo Pereira's agent denied any contact with Boca Juniors< /b>. Highlighting that the defender has been a member of Mais Querido's defense since 2022. Therefore, to get him from Rubro-Negro, the Argentine team would have to invest a high amount of money.
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According to information from journalist Leandro Aguilera, the name of Léo Pereira is part of the list of reinforcements requested by Fernando Gago. In addition to Mais Querido's defender, the coach is also looking for offensive players who can act as creative midfielders, playing the role of a classic '10 shirt'.
FINE FOR LÉO PEREIRA
Because he has a contract with Flamengo until 2027, Léo Pereira's termination fine is valued at 9 million euros (R$57 million). It is worth remembering that recently,Al-Nassr, from Saudi Arabia, signaled an offer of R$58 million to take the defender, but Mais Querido refused.
So, Léo Pereira will only leave Flamengo only if a proposal arrives with the values requested by Mais Querido. Meanwhile, the defender continues to enjoy his vacation at the club and will return to CT Ninho do Urubu with the rest of the squad only on January 8th.