FLAMENGO RUNS AND AGREE THE HIRING OF RESENDE ATTACKER - UNDERSTAND

Flamengo, always focused on developing new talents in its youth categories, announced the repatriation of Rafael Tenório, a striker who stood out as runner-up in the last Copa Rio U-15. At the age of 15, the player signed a training contract with Rubro-Negro, valid until 2027, after showing an impressive performance in the competition.

The Scout Department of Flamengo, in collaboration with other areas of the club, closely monitored Rafael Tenório's performance during the Copa Rio U-15. Tenório played for Resende, who finished fifth, behind only the four big clubs in Rio de Janeiro, with 18 points in 11 games. This performance caught the attention of Flamengo's scouts, who saw great potential in the young striker for the club's future.

A FORMER ACQUAINTANCE

Resende, the club for which Rafael played, had em Tenório his main offensive highlight. He scored 10 of the team's 22 goals in the competition, accounting for almost half of the team's goals. The young striker demonstrated excellent passing quality and precision in finishing, especially from medium and long distances. These skills were fundamental to their high performance in the tournament.

For comparison purposes, Flamengo's main scorers in the same competition were Emanuel, with six goals, and Luiz Guilherme, with five. This further highlights the ability of Rafael Tenório, who surpassed the numbers of Flamengo's own players. This superiority on the field meant that the Rio club did not hesitate in repatriating the striker to its youth teams.