WILL CORINTHIANS HAVE TO PAY SO MUCH TO FLAMENGO FOR THE PURCHASE OF HUGO SOUZA? CHECK OUT

At Maracanã, on Sunday night (15), Flamengo and Vasco faced each other in the 26th round of the Campeonato Brasileiro Série A 2024, in a classic that ended in a 1-1 draw. Mais Querido's goal was scored by Gerson, while the red and black fans had reason to worry about another possible injury to their squad.

Shortly before the start of the match, Tite made an important change to Mengão's starting lineup. Midfielder Arrascaeta was removed from the starting lineup due to physical exhaustion and started the derby on the bench. The information was released by Bolavip Flamengo. However, the biggest concern for the fans came at the beginning of the match, when Luiz Araújo felt pain in his right knee.

In the first minutes of the game, Luiz Araújo had to be substituted after feeling pain in the knee region. right knee. The attacker even tried to remain on the field, but was unable to return. This new injury raises an alarm for the red and black squad, which has been suffering from physical problems throughout the season.

Concern took over among fans on social media. "Another injury for Flamengo, it's unbelievable!" commented a fan. Another expressed the hope that the situation was just a blow: "I hope it's nothing serious on the knee." b>

The 2024 season has been challenging for Mengão, with several injuries compromising the team's performance. Luiz Araújo's physical condition has not yet been updated by the CRF's medical department, but the attacker's early substitution has increased the fans' apprehension.

This Sunday (15), Mais Querido drew 1-1 with Vasco, in a match valid for the 26th round of the Brazilian Championship, at Maracanã. Despite dominating much of the game, CRF was unable to turn its superiority into a victory. The goals were scored by Gerson, for Mengão, and Philippe Coutinho, for the rival.

From the opening whistle, Mengão imposed themselves on the field, with more than 60% possession of the ball and a strong presence in attack. However, the lack of precision in finishing prevented the team from increasing the score. Goalkeeper Léo Jardim stood out when he prevented the goal from a header from Erick Pulgar.

Gerson, the team captain, opened the scoring in the 26th minute of the second half, after a good exchange of passes between Wesley and Arrascaeta , culminating in a sharp left leg kick. However, Vasco took advantage of a rare counterattack and equalized with Coutinho, after a controversial move involving a penalty request from Léo Pereira.

In the first half, Mais Querido had several opportunities to take the lead, with emphasis on a play by Arrascaeta, who stole the ball in the attacking field and almost scored, but hesitated with the finish. Vasco, in turn, did little to threaten Rossi's goal, limiting themselves to defending and trying sporadic counterattacks.

The panorama did not change in the second half. Bruno Henrique and Léo Ortiz hit the post, and Mengão's pressure remained intense. Even with Gerson's goal, the team saw Vasco draw in one of their few opportunities.

With the draw, Flamengo reaches 45 points and remains in fourth place in the Brasileirão, while Botafogo and Palmeiras increase their advantages in leadership. Fla still has one game in hand, which keeps the hope of touching the top spot alive. The result leaves a bitter taste for Mengão, who showed intensity and superiority, but left the field without victory.

Corinthians faces an important financial decision involving goalkeeper Hugo Souza, currently on loan from Flamengo. As stipulated in the loan contract, the São Paulo club has the option to acquire 60% of the player's economic rights for a value of 800 thousand euros, which is equivalent to approximately R$4.9 million, using the current price.

This value, however, is not the only point to be considered. The agreement between the clubs provides that Corinthians will only be able to exercise this purchase option from October 1st. Before that date, any movement towards the definitive acquisition of Hugo Souza is unfeasible. In other words, until the beginning of October, the goalkeeper remains only a player on loan to the black and white club, and any negotiations regarding his permanent stay must wait.

Another crucial aspect of this agreement is that, to complete the purchase, Corinthians must present financial guarantees that are accepted by Flamengo. This means that the club needs to prove that it has the capacity to pay the established amount, whether through cash resources or bank guarantees, for example. If Flamengo does not accept the guarantees offered, the São Paulo club would have to make the payment immediately, in cash, to ensure the player's permanence.

The financial guarantee clause can be interpreted as a way for Flamengo to protect its interests, ensuring that the purchasing club has real conditions to honor the financial commitment. This type of clause is common in contracts of this type, especially in negotiations involving al