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LIVERPOOL PLAYERS POINTED AT KLOPP'S INATTENTION IN THE FINAL AGAINST FLAMENGO IN 2019
The story highlights how players like Firmino and Alisson play an active role not only on the pitch, but also in the strategic planning and preparation processes.
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In his book, Firmino recounts an intriguing story involving the 2019 Club World Cup final between Liverpool and Flamengo, where he and goalkeeper Alisson played a crucial role behind the scenes. The protagonist of this episode reveals that they felt the need to warn Jurgen Klopp, the renowned Liverpool coach, about the strength that Flamengo, led by Jorge Jesus, had in the competition.
The situation that triggered this warning occurred in a period in which Talks about the land for Flamengo's stadium were on hold, awaiting the inauguration of the new president of Caixa Econômica, Carlos Antônio Vieira Fernandes. Flamengo, then, envisioned accelerating negotiations as soon as there was a definition in this scenario. This report by Firmino, which transpires behind the scenes of football, reveals a little-known aspect of the game, where communication between players and coaches takes on a strategic role. When Firmino and Alisson addressed Klopp, asking him to give due importance to the clash against Flamengo, the German coach's reaction was a mixture of surprise and curiosity.
This episode added a layer of tension and expectation as Liverpool prepares for the final. Following the alert received, Klopp began to take more interest in the match, delving into details about Flamengo's players and, thus, changing the dynamics of his planning. Questions about the individual characteristics of the red and black players multiplied, highlighting a notable change in the coach's tactical approach.
Firmino and Alisson's request had the desired impact: it made Klopp aware of the quality of the opponent he was facing. would face in the final. This reflects not only the Brazilian players' ability to recognize the threat that Flamengo represented, but also the German coach's willingness to adapt his strategy in the face of new information. This narrative, which deviates from traditional sports coverage, highlights the importance of internal communication in the world of high-level football.
The 2019 Club World Cup final thus became more than a sporting confrontation . It turned into a strategic duel, where behind the scenes played a crucial role in building the narrative. Flamengo, aware of their strength and determination, sought not only victory on the field, but also to influence the opponent's mentality and preparation. This report, coming from Firmino, offers a unique perspective on the competitive dynamics of professional football. It reveals the complexity behind the spotlight, where players not only stand out for their excellence on the field, but also for their ability to understand and shape the nuances of the game off it.
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Flamengo rejects Italian team's offer for Lorran
With little space in the professional team, the athlete remains in the base of Mais Querido after a new international investment; Pisa's loan proposal was denied
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Flamengo has once again been approached by European clubs interested in one of its most talked-about prospects: midfielder Lorran. According to journalist Venê Casagrande, Pisa, recently promoted to the Italian football elite, made a loan offer for the player, but the terms of the negotiation did not please the red-black board, which chose to reject the proposal.
With the decision, the club kept Lorran in the under-20 squad , where he competes in the Brazilian Championship in the category. Despite being away from the main squad, the youngster continues to stand out with good performances and technical moves in training, which continues to arouse the interest of teams outside the country.
PISA RETURNS TO ITALIAN SERIES A AFTER 34 YEARS
Pisa is experiencing a historic moment after securing promotion to Italy's Serie A for the first time in 34 years. Led by Filippo Inzaghi, the team is looking for reinforcements and identified Lorran as an opportunity for young talent to join the squad. However, despite their rising European profile, the deal was not successful.
Other European clubs, such as Lille from France, are also showing interest in the midfielder. Information from the portal “RTI Esportes” reveals that the French club met with José Boto , an executive with a history in European football, to evaluate the viability of a proposal of €15 million (approximately R$96.7 million).
NEGOTIATIONS WITH RUSSIA CLUBS
This is not the first time that Lorran's future has been discussed. Earlier this year, the player was very close to a transfer to CSKA in Russia , but the deal was cancelled in the final moments. The Rio de Janeiro club's board also sought a possible loan transfer to Estoril in Portugal, without success.
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Portuguese club moves to sign Flamengo midfielder
Negotiations between the Portuguese club and Mais Querido evolve towards a definitive sale; the proposal pleased the board, and the contract is for a three-year term
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Flamengo has taken an important step towards finalizing the permanent transfer of midfielder Victor Hugo, 21 , to Famalicão, in Portugal. The Portuguese club has presented a purchase proposal that was considered satisfactory by the red-black board, which has already authorized the player's representatives to define the contract terms with the Europeans.
The expectation is that the contract with Famalicão will be valid for three seasons . The values involved in the negotiation were not revealed. The information was released by journalist Venê Casagrande.
NO SPACE IN THE CAST
Victor Hugo recently returned to the club after a loan spell at Goztepe in Turkey. The contract with the Turkish club included a buyout clause set at 8 million euros (approximately R$51 million) , but the European team chose not to exercise the option. Without a place in the squad led by Filipe Luís, the player is not part of the plans for the rest of the season.
Initially, Famalicão discussed the possibility of a new loan , but the talks evolved into a permanent transfer, considered the most advantageous solution by Flamengo 's football department.
PASSING TURKEY
During his time at Goztepe, Victor Hugo made 35 appearances, starting 12 of them, and scored three goals. He was involved in the team's eighth-place finish in the national league and also in the team's run to the semi-finals of the Turkish Cup, ending his spell with a stoppage-time goal against Kasimpasa on May 30.
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Back to the routine! Check out Flamengo's calendar for the month of July
The Mais Querido was eliminated from the Club World Cup and is already starting to prepare for the rest of the season next Saturday (5)
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Part of the Flamengo squad arrived in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday morning (1) after being eliminated from the Club World Cup. The squad will therefore begin preparing for the rest of the season next Saturday (5).
SEE FLAMENGO'S CALENDAR
- To be defined – Flamengo x Sao Paulo (Brazilian Championship)
- 16/07 – Santos x Flamengo (Brazilian Championship)
- 20/07 – Flamengo x Fluminense (Brazilian Championship)
- 23/07 – Bragantino x Flamengo (Brazilian Championship)
- 27/07 – Flamengo x Atlético-MG (Copa do Brasil – Round of 16, Game 1)
- 31/07 – Atlético-MG x Flamengo (Copa do Brasil – Round of 16, Game 2)
So, in the coming weeks, Flamengo will face a marathon of games in the Brasileirão. The sequence begins between July 12th and 13th, against São Paulo, at Maracanã. Soon after, the Mais Querido will face Santos, with the location still to be defined. On the 20th, Mengo will play the classic against Fluminense.
On the 23rd, Flamengo travels to face Bragantino. It is worth noting that, at the moment, Mais Querido is the leader of the Brasileirão, with 24 points in 11 rounds.
At the end of July, Flamengo turns its attention to the Copa do Brasil. The Mais Querido will host Atlético-MG on the 27th, at Maracanã, for the first leg of the round of 16. Finally, on the 31st, the Rubro-Negro will visit the Minas Gerais team for the return leg.
FOCUS ON SEASON SEQUENCE
Thus, with the return of the athletes, coach Filipe Luís will begin preparing the squad for the rest of the season . Now, Rubro-Negro focuses its attention on the Brazilian Championship, Libertadores and Copa do Brasil.
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