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Flamengo will have a player on loan against the club in the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil
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Starting in the team's first two games, the 20-year-old midfielder is the only one in the red-and-black squad who has not yet had contact with the new coach
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Without the presence of Pulgar, who will not be available for Flamengo's game against Santos next Wednesday, coach Tite finds himself facing a tactical challenge to assemble the team, as the absence of a defensive midfielder craft is a dilemma. At this moment, a viable alternative could be Igor Jesus, a young talent of just 20 years old who began to stand out during Jorge Sampaoli's time at the club. However, Igor is with the Brazilian team at the Pan-American Games in Santiago, Chile, where he is gaining experience before returning to Rubro-Negro.
Summoned up by coach Ramon Menezes for the Pan, Igor Jesus joined the team on October 9th. Due to this call-up, he is the only player in the Red and Black squad who has not yet had the opportunity to work directly with Tite, who took over Flamengo the day after his presentation. However, even from a distance, the young midfielder is using this period with the national team to demonstrate his skills and virtues to the new coach.
At 20 years old, Igor Jesus has already established himself as a frequent player in the professional team of Flamengo, being involved in 42 games under the command of different coaches, including Vítor Pereira and Jorge Sampaoli, in addition to the games in which interim Mário Jorge was in charge of the team. Furthermore, Igor also participated in some under-20 matches during the season, especially in the category's decisive moments, such as the Brasileirão final against Palmeiras, in which Rubro-Negro won the title after an exciting penalty shootout.
In the season, the young midfielder accumulated a total of 18 games under his belt, divided equally between the base, where he also served as captain, and Flamengo's main team. This performance caught the attention of Ramon Menezes, who called him up to represent Brazil for the first time at the Pan American Games. In an interview with CBF held about 10 days ago, Igor Jesus expressed his joy for this unique opportunity: "It's an honor to be wearing the Brazil shirt, representing my country. I have to thank God, my entire family, for Igor Jesus now has the chance to leave his mark in history, as the Brazilian team Men's football hasn't won the gold medal at the Pan-American Championships since 1987, when names like Taffarel, Ricardo Rocha and Evair shone. The team is on its way to the semi-finals, with a likely clash against Mexico next Wednesday.
Revealed by Flamengo, Igor Jesus began his career in the youth teams of Goiás and is part of a project by the Rubro-Negro that aims to invest in young talents in Brazilian football. With dexterity and 1.79 meters tall, he caught attention while playing for Esmeraldino's under-17s. The Cariocas signed him in 2020 and, in June of this year, extended his contract until the end of 2025, demonstrating their confidence in the young player's promising trajectory.
The club has another striker out
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Flamengo will face Grêmio in Porto Alegre, but an important absence has already been confirmed: Gabigol, one of the team's main attackers, will not travel with the red-black delegation. The player will remain in Rio de Janeiro, where he will focus on improving his physical form. The decision not to take the striker to the capital of Rio Grande do Sul aims to ensure that he has enough time to dedicate himself to physical preparation at Ninho do Urubu, the club's training center. Although there is no confirmed injury, Flamengo appears to be taking precautions to avoid wear and tear that could compromise the remainder of the season.
This choice may surprise some fans, as Gabigol is one of the team's key players and, generally, an undisputed starter in decisive matches. The absence of Gabriel Barbosa, known as Gabigol, raises questions about how Flamengo should arm the team offensively for the clash. Despite Gabigol's absence, Flamengo has alternatives in attack, with players like Pedro and Bruno Henrique, who can take the lead. The expectation is that the coach will use these options to compensate for the striker's absence.
The decision to spare Gabigol may be related to the club's long-term planning. Flamengo faces a marathon of important games, and the physical recovery of its athletes becomes essential to maintain performance in simultaneous competitions. According to information released by Mauro Cezar, Gabigol is focused on improving his physical side. This could mean that the player has been feeling the wear and tear accumulated throughout the season.
Flamengo has adopted a strategy of preserving some of its main players at certain times, aiming to avoid injuries that could sideline them for long periods of time. periods. This preventive measure is common in clubs that compete in several competitions and have a tight schedule. With this, the idea is that the athlete returns in better condition, ready to perform at a higher level in the next matches.
The club has its main problem being resolved
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Forward Michael, from Flamengo, took an important step towards his return to the field this Friday (20). The player, who was away from activities due to an injury, participated in activities on the field, signaling an accelerated evolution in his recovery process. Although the initial deadline for his return was two months, the athlete's performance exceeded medical and technical expectations, opening up the possibility of an earlier-than-expected return.
Michael was injured a few weeks ago, in a situation that worried the medical department and Flamengo's technical committee. The injury, which would initially require more extensive treatment, led to the expectation of a prolonged absence. The deadline initially given by the doctors was two months, a period considered reasonable for the player to fully recover and be able to return to his normal activities at the club without the risk of a relapse.
A RETURN BEFORE TIME < /b>However, over the last few weeks, the player has shown impressive progress, which has generated optimism among Flamengo members. This Friday, Michael held his first training session on the field since his injury, an important milestone in the rehabilitation process. This activity is an indication that the player may be able to return to the starting lineup soon, if there are no new setbacks in his treatment.
The medical department of Flamengo remains cautious, but does not hide its optimism with the attacker's progress. The better-than-expected recovery, both in terms of time and performance, is seen as a positive sign for the club, which is counting on the player at a crucial moment of the season. With several important commitments in sight, Michael's presence would be a valuable reinforcement for the red and black team, which seeks to remain competitive both in the Brazilian Championship and in international competitions.
The São Paulo club is racing against time
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Goalkeeper Hugo Souza, revealed by Flamengo, is about to face the club that formed it in the semi-finals of the Copa do Brasil. Now defending the colors of Corinthians, negotiations between the two clubs are practically complete. According to Augusto Melo, president of Corinthians, the agreement is in the final phase and depends only on payment to Flamengo to be completed.
The signing of Hugo Souza by Corinthians draws attention due to his possible participation in a decisive game against the team that revealed to football. Flamengo, the club where Hugo was formed, is known for having one of the strongest youth categories in Brazil, and seeing one of their former players possibly face them at such a crucial moment, such as a Copa do Brasil semi-final, brings an interesting narrative to the confrontation.
THE FLAMENGO CAST TURN ON THE ALERTHugo Souza, also known as Neneca, began his career in the youth teams from Flamengo and quickly stood out, being promoted to the main team. At 1.96m tall, the young goalkeeper demonstrated remarkable skills under the sticks, which earned him opportunities to play for the first team in important matches. His professional debut took place in 2020, during the Brazilian Championship, when Flamengo needed to replace some players due to absences due to Covid-19.
Despite the promising start, Hugo faced ups and downs during his career at Flamengo . At times, he was highly praised for his defenses and potential, but he also made costly mistakes in decisive matches. These failures at key moments generated criticism from fans and experts, which caused him to lose space in the starting lineup to other goalkeepers, such as Rossi and Matheus Cunha.
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