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The player is at the end of his contract with Liverpool
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Flamengo entered into conversations and presented a project for midfielder Thiago Alcântara, according to journalists Jorge Picón and June Lavín, from the Relevo portal. The player, who is at the end of his contract with Liverpool, has already said goodbye to the English club and is analyzing proposals to define his future.
In addition to Flamengo, Girona, from Spain, is also keeping an eye on Thiago Alcântara. The club, which will compete in the next edition of the UEFA Champions League, would like to have the midfielder in its squad. Spanish runner-up, Girona is part of the City Group, a conglomerate that controls several football clubs around the world.
Barcelona, which recently announced the German Hansi Flick as his new coach, he would also be interested in Thiago Alcântara. According to Spanish newspaper AS, Flick's arrival brought the need to reinforce communication between the new commander and the players. To this end, Portuguese leader Deco is looking for a professional capable of facilitating this integration, and Thiago Alcântara is seen as an ideal candidate.
With several options on the table, Thiago Alcântara has the task of choosing his next destination. Flamengo offers an opportunity to play for one of the biggest clubs in Brazil, while Girona presents the chance to compete in the Champions League.
Barcelona, with its new coach and the need for a figure to facilitate communication within the team, could offer Thiago a different role, possibly outside the four lines.
The club has a big difference in work
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The Sinergia Rubro-Negra Group (SRN), made up of influential partners from Flamengo, held a meeting last Saturday (7), at the club's headquarters, located in Gávea. The main objective of the meeting was to promote fraternization among the participants, but, inevitably, club politics ended up dominating the discussions throughout the event.
The main topic that emerged during the meeting was the support of the SRN to Rodrigo Dunshee's candidacy for president of Flamengo. Dunshee, who currently holds the position of general and legal vice-president of the club, is a prominent figure in the red-black political scene. The group, made up of members who share an aligned vision regarding the club's management, sees in Dunshee a name prepared to take over Flamengo's leadership, especially considering the upcoming electoral cycle.
During the event, members of the SRN highlighted Dunshee's role in the current administration, remembering that he was a fundamental player in several legal achievements of the Flamengo in recent years. The group believes that his experience and proximity to the club's internal processes make him the ideal candidate to succeed current president Rodolfo Landim, whose tenure ends at the end of his term.
Although the initial objective of the meeting was a celebration between the partners, it was inevitable that the conversations turned to Flamengo's political future. The club's presidential elections are approaching, and political groups are already beginning to articulate support and strategies. The SRN, being a strong group within the red-black political structure, has stood out for its organization and capacity to mobilize members.
Those present discussed, among other topics, the possible implications of a possible Dunshee's candidacy. His name has been circulating among members for some time, but now, with the explicit support of the SRN, his candidacy is gaining strength. The members highlighted that Dunshee is a name of continuity, someone who is already part of the current management and deeply knows the challenges and needs of the club. This, in the group's view, represents a positive point, as Dunshee could continue the projects started under the Landim administration.
The club has been in a race against time
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Flamengo continues to debate whether to look for a replacement for Pedro, a striker who is recovering from an injury. The decision is complex, involving several variables ranging from the financial cost to the availability of players on the market. One of the main points under discussion is the high cost of a possible replacement. The club is aware that signing a center forward may require a significant investment, something that needs to be carefully evaluated within the team's current budget.
In addition, Flamengofaces the challenge of downtime of players available on the market. Many of the center forwards who are free for transfer come from long periods without playing, with recent injuries or prolonged absence from the field. This situation represents a risk, as the integration of a player who is not in the rhythm of the game may take longer and be less effective initially.
The club is also considering the limited number of viable options on the market. The scarcity of attackers who meet the criteria required by Flamengo – both in terms of quality and physical readiness – is a factor that further complicates the search for a suitable replacement.
In this scenario, the management of Flamengo assesses whether signing a new player is the best solution or whether there are viable alternatives to deal with Pedro's absence, such as adjusting the tactical formation or promoting youth players. The final decision is still being studied, and the club needs to carefully consider all aspects before making a decision.
The decision not to sell Wesley at this time also reflects a strategic stance by Flamengo's board of directors
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The board of directors of Flamengo is determined to hold Wesley longer. The club believes that the young player has the potential to be worth much more in the future and, therefore, has refused several proposals that have arrived recently. Wesley, who has stood out since the youth categories and in the opportunities he had in the main team, is seen by the board as an important piece for Flamengo's future.
The club is aware that the transfer market is dynamic and that a player's value can increase significantly over time, especially if he continues to perform well on the field. In recent months, Flamengo has received several proposals for the young player. The information was released by Mauro Cezar Pereira, journalist at UOL Esporte.
FLAMENGO SETS NEW OBJECTIVE
Despite the interest of other clubs, the red and black board has remained firm in the decision of not releasing Wesley at this time. The idea is that he continues to develop his skills and gain even more prominence, which could result in more advantageous financial offers in the future. Flamengo's strategy makes sense when looking at the recent history of players who left the club for abroad.
Young promises like Vinícius Júnior and Lucas Paquetá were sold for high prices after standing out in the first team. The board believes that Wesley can follow a similar path, which justifies the intention to keep him for longer.
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