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Gonzalo Plata reveals that he saw Flamengo in the Libertadores and is eager to debut at Maracanã

Ecuadorian was the fourth Rubro-Negro reinforcement in this transfer window

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Flamengo published it on FlaTV the video of Gonzalo Plata's arrival at Ninho do Urubu. The attacker visited Mais Querido's facilities, met new teammates, and had a moment with a former opponent and now commander. Coach Tite, when speaking to the player, asked if the athlete remembered him and Plata said yes because they faced each other in the Copa América and in the qualifiers for the 2022 World Cup.

To FlaTV, Gonzalo admitted that he didn't follow the Brasileirão, but said he had watched the Libertadores finals that Mais Querido won in recent years, one of them in Guayaquil, his homeland, he couldn't hide his anxiety about playing in a packed Maracanã.


“I'm really looking forward to playing at Maracanã, with the whole stadium full of Flamengo fans. Much earlier I also watched games. I didn't really follow the Brazilian league, but, of course, I saw the Libertadores final where they played against River. I remember they also played in Ecuador against Athletico-PR. Flamengo fills stadiums everywhere, so this fills me with anticipation to arrive at Maracanã and see the entire stadium in red, with people from Flamengo. I think it will be a very special day for me”, said Mengo's new 45 shirt.


The debut could take place exactly in the former Big One in the World, Flamengo hopes to be able to register the striker with the CBF BID this Monday ( 2), which would allow Rubro-Negro to register the player for the second leg of the quarter-finals of the Copa do Brasil against Bahia, which will be at Maracanã. Gonzalo Plata hopes to be able to repay the affection he has felt from the Nation.

“Long before arriving here in Brazil, people were already sending me a lot of messages, so I am very happy. When I already knew I was coming here, when they sent me my plane ticket, with that I said: "I've arrived"! Now that I'm here, yesterday they announced it to me, all the messages of support I received, I'm very happy about it. Now I just have to wait for my teammates, their welcome, which will be very important for me to adapt better”, declared the Ecuadorian.


Flamengo will be the fifth club of the player's career. Formed by Independiente Del Valle, from Ecuador, the striker had spells at Sporting (POR), Real Valladolid (ESP) and Al Sadd (CAT), however, Plata guaranteed that none of the teams he played for have a structure as good as that of the Rubro-Negro.

“I've been to many teams, but I think this is the best I've ever seen. So I think I'm going to like it a lot, there are a lot of things to recover and do here”, he concluded.



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Names that still appear on the Flamengo ball market - Check who was offered

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In recent days, some foreign players have been offered to Brazilian clubs, generating expectations and discussions among fans and managers. Although the international transfer market is always a source of interest for clubs in Brazil, decisions about signing these athletes depend on several factors, such as the squad's needs, values ​​involved and the technical profile of each player.

O Flamengo, always present in conversations about big signings, was also the target of international offers. Two renowned players offered themselves to the club: Mariano Diaz, a center forward from the Dominican Republic, who previously played for Real Madrid, and Eric Maxim Chuopo-Moting, a Cameroonian striker, currently at Bayern Munich. FLAMENGO THERE IS A RACE BEHIND THE SCENES FOR NAMES

Mariano Diaz, who has already had his name mentioned in previous transfer windows, is looking to regain his leading role at a club that offers him more minutes on the field. Flamengo, known for its powerful attack , could be an interesting destination for the player, but there are questions about the space he would have in the squad. With names like Pedro and Gabigol already established in the offensive sector, Mariano's arrival could create even greater competition, which raises doubts about the real need for his hiring.


In addition, Mariano's salary, who played in one of the most valuable leagues in the world, would be a determining factor. O Flamengo, despite being one of the richest clubs in Brazil, it also needs to maintain financial balance. The board has already shown caution in previous windows, prioritizing signings that make sense for the team's planning and that do not overload the salary bill.

Eric Maxim Chuopo-Moting, in turn, offers himself as an alternative interesting for the red-black attack. The Cameroonian player, who has played for big clubs such as PSG and Bayern Munich, has the advantage of his versatility, being able to play as a center forward or deeper, depending on the team's needs.



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Bahia ends week of preparation to face Flamengo with tactical adjustments

Teams face each other for the Copa do Brasil

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With an eye on the decisive clash for the Copa do Brasil, both Flamengo and Bahia intensify their preparations. The duel, scheduled for next Thursday (12), at Maracanã, will be crucial for the aspirations of both clubs in the competition.

Bahia, led by Rogério Ceni, held another training session last Saturday (7), at CT Evaristo de Macedo, in Salvador. The preparation included collective training with the participation of players from the under-17 and under-20 categories, as well as work focused on set pieces.


After a week of intense activities, the Bahian team won a day off on Sunday (8) and will return on Monday (9) to begin the final adjustments. Bahia will have three more training sessions before the trip to Rio de Janeiro, scheduled for Wednesday (11).



FLAMENGO ALSO TAKES ADVANTAGE OF THE DATE FIFA FOR EXPERIMENTS

Like Bahia, Flamengo ended its week of activities on Saturday (7). With the pause in national team games during the FIFA Date, coach Tite took advantage of the training sessions to test formations and make tactical observations. The red and black squad also got a day of rest on Sunday (8) and will return to Ninho do Urubu on Monday (9), for three more days of preparation before the clash.

Tite seeks to find the best formation to face Bahia and ensure qualification for the next phase of the Copa do Brasil. The game will be played at Maracanã, and the expectation is for a full house, with Flamengo counting on the support of its fans.


DECISIVE CONFRONTATION AT MARACANÃ

The game between Flamengo and Bahia promises to be balanced, with both teams looking for victory to advance in the Copa do Brasil. With experienced coaches at the helm, the clubs take to the field this Thursday (12), at 8pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã.


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The Flamengo adopts a cautious stance in negotiating the football market and, unlike previous years, does not intend to make exorbitant financial investments to make up for shortages. The current management, led by president Rodolfo Landim, has already allocated more than R$329 million to signings this season, making it the second year with the highest spending since 2019, when the club spent R$360.9 million on reinforcements. Even with the large number of signings, the club still faces difficulties in balancing its finances due to low revenue from player sales.

In contrast to the high amount spent on reinforcements, Flamengo isstay experiencing the worst year in terms of athlete sales since Rodolfo Landim assumed the presidency. Transfers made so far total just R$71.4 million, a value that frustrates the board's expectations. Furthermore, important negotiations that could represent a significant improvement in the club's accounts, such as the sales of Wesley and Fabrício Bruno, ended up not materializing.


FLAMENGO ADOPTS CAUTION IN TIME OF CRISIS

This disparity between spending on reinforcements and the return obtained from sales reflects a market policy that, at the moment, has not generated the expected financial results. Despite attempts to negotiate players and alleviate the wage bill, Flamengo continues without major progress in the field of athlete transfers. The lack of success in sales directly affects the club's financial planning, which is looking for alternatives to deal with the high costs of maintaining a competitive squad without compromising its financial health.

The 2023 scenario contrasts sharply with the situation experienced in 2019, when Flamengo achieved a balance between expenses and revenue, driven by notable sales and strategic signings that led the team to important achievements. However, the current season presents an additional challenge: finding solutions to address shortages in the squad without further compromising the club's budget.


The lack of success in sales has directly impacted Flamengo's finances, which already had faced difficulties in closing the financial statement at the beginning of the year. With the lack of resources from the transfer of athletes, the board is forced to rethink its market strategy, avoiding signings at any cost and looking for more viable alternatives to strengthen the squad.


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