David Luiz, from Flamengo, is overtaken in the Premier League

Tite defined Flamengo and announced the 11 starters who will face Peñarol, this Thursday, at Maracanã, at 7pm. De la Cruz returns to the starting lineup in place of Léo Ortiz, and Alex Sandro and Plata were retained. The duel with the Uruguayans is the first between the teams in the quarter-finals of the Copa Conmebol Libertadores. Follow the Red and Black lineup:Rossi, Varela, Fabrício Bruno, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Pulgar, De la Cruz, Gerson and Arrascaeta; Plata and Bruno Henrique.

Alex Sandro and Plata, debutants in last Sunday's classic, remain in the team after having good performances in the draw against Vasco. Gabigol is now out of the relationship due to fibrosis in the posterior muscle of his right thigh. Flamengo, in a statement, reported that the athlete did not suffer any injury in the region. Check it out:

"The Clube de Regatas do Flamengo informs that the athlete Gabriel Barbosa underwent tests that did not diagnose an injury to the posterior muscle of his right thigh. However, the Technical Committee opted for precaution and did not list him for the duel against Peñarol due to fibrosis in the region. Gabi is handed over to physiotherapists and physical trainers for the series of decisive games of the season."

Flamengo faces Peñarol (URU) in the first game of the CONMEBOL Libertadores quarter-finals and, here, you can watch the broadcast, live, with 2h30 of pre-game, interviews, the team's arrival at Maracanã and everything more.

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The Flamengo has its eye on Cedric Soares, a 32-year-old right-back who recently left Arsenal and is available on the market. The Portuguese player, who has already played for important European clubs, appears as a possible signing to reinforce the red and black squad.

According to Matheus Leal, Flamengo's search for a right-back is driven by uncertainty about the permanence of Danilo, who can still continue in European football. Cedric Soares appears as a viable and experienced alternative to occupy the position, bringing with him a wealth of games for the Premier League and the Portuguese National Team.

A NEW "PROJECT" FOR THE FLAMENGO SIDELINE 

Cedric Soares began his professional career at Sporting Lisbon, where he stood out and attracted the attention of clubs outside Portugal. His transfer to England's Southampton marked the beginning of his Premier League journey. At the English club, he established himself as one of the main players in the position, showing consistency and defensive quality.

After a standout period at Southampton, Cedric was loaned to Inter Milan and later signed by Arsenal. At the London club, he had a regular performance, but was unable to establish himself as an absolute starter, which culminated in his departure and availability on the market.