Filipe Luís talks about Flamengo's situation in the Libertadores: "it only depends on us"

Flamengo beat Internacional 3-1 last Sunday (17), in Porto Alegre, and one of the highlights of the match was Jorginho . The Italian-Brazilian midfielder received praise from the national press, especially from former player Denílson, who highlighted the athlete's regularity and intelligence throughout the season.

Denílson on Flamengo's Jorginho: "He rarely misses a pass"

"Flamengo is suffocating Internacional, but I want to say this: I used to follow Jorginho's football, a naturalized Italian and midfielder, although not as often as now. Today I've been watching him more closely and... how well he plays !", said Denílson, during the Seleção SporTV program this Monday (18).

The former Brazilian national team player also highlighted the midfielder's quality in distributing the play: "He's very intelligent. He rarely misses a pass. And it's not just sideways passes, it's always forward . What a player!" concluded the former Flamengo player.

JORGINHO'S NUMBERS AGAINST INTER

Jorginho played 67 minutes at Beira-Rio before being replaced by Jorge Carrascal. During his time on the pitch, the midfielder completed 90% of his passes , had a 100% completion rate, and also contributed defensively with three key plays.

NEXT APPOINTMENT

With Jorginho available, Flamengo will face Internacional again this Wednesday (20), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Beira-Rio. The match will be valid for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores and will be broadcast by Rede Globo, ESPN and Disney+.

Flamengo defender Léo Ortiz continues to attract attention in European football . This time, it is Napoli who appears to be interested in the defender . Representatives of the Italian club will be at Beira-Rio, this Wednesday (20), to observe the player in the match against Internacional, valid for the round of 16 of the Libertadores.

The name appeals to coach Antonio Conte, but there has been no official movement so far. Internally, Flamengo considers a potential sale unlikely. The club has no desire to negotiate another starter this summer and would only part with the defender if an offer is deemed "irrefusable."

RECENT NEGOTIATIONS

In July, Germany's RB Leipzig formalized a proposal worth approximately €15 million (R$95.6 million) , which was rejected by the club. The German interest was directly linked to the fact that Ortiz had played for Bragantino, a team within the same franchise, for five seasons.

To facilitate a future transfer, the defender obtained an Italian passport in 2023, which prevents him from taking up foreign spots in leagues that impose a limit on players from outside the European Union — a factor that further boosts his reputation on the market.

OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES

In addition to Leipzig and Napoli, Juventus and Roma have also been investigating the defender's situation. However, only the German side have submitted an official offer . The European transfer window remains open until September 2nd.

HIGHLIGHTED IN FLAMENGO AND IN THE NATIONAL TEAM

In 2025, Léo Ortiz has already played 40 games, scored four goals, and provided two assists, making him one of Filipe Luís's most used players . His good form has also led to him being called up for the last three FIFA dates. Now, he hopes to be on Carlo Ancelotti's list for the Brazilian national team's upcoming matches against Chile and Bolivia.

Since leaving Flamengo at the end of 2024 , Gabigol has been going through a turbulent period at Cruzeiro . The striker, who won titles and scored decisive goals for Mengão, now sees his place in the team managed by Leonardo Jardim reduced.

The situation was evident in the 1-1 draw against Mirassol , away from home, when Gabigol didn't even take the field. Even with a need for greater attacking power, the coach opted to keep him on the bench, generating repercussions among Raposa fans and Flamengo fans alike.

FANS QUESTION ABSENCE

Gabigol 's absence drew attention on social media, with fans demanding more opportunities for the striker, who could contribute in critical moments for the team. In Cruzeiro's last four games, he has played in only two matches , totaling just 11 minutes on the field. His last full match was a goalless draw against CRB in the Copa Betano do Brasil, still in the round of 16.

Despite the limited minutes, Gabigol's season numbers remain impressive . In 30 appearances for Cruzeiro, the forward scored 11 goals and provided four assists.

GABIGOL'S FUTURE

The player's future remains uncertain. The board is monitoring the situation, but Gabigol's performance is in the hands of coach Leonardo Jardim. The relationship between coach and player will be crucial in determining whether he remains a key player or could soon leave the club.