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Fabrício Bruno's situation at Flamengo was already generating discussions among fans and experts
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On the Posse de Bola podcast, the columnist Mauro Cezar Pereira harshly criticized Flamengo's decision to keep defender Fabrício Bruno, who recently turned down a proposal from West Ham, from England. According to Mauro Cezar, the player's stay is bad news for the Rio club.
Mauro Cezar highlighted that Flamengo missed a unique opportunity to make a significant sale, which would involve a transfer of 15 million euros. "I thought it was terrible news for Flamengo. They failed to make an extraordinary sale of a player who will probably be a reserve soon and is not the best defender in the squad", said the columnist.
The comparison made by the journalist illustrates the dimension of the opportunity lost by Flamengo. For Mauro Cezar, the amount obtained from the sale of Fabrício Bruno could have been used to sign Nicolás De La Cruz, River Plate midfielder. "Approximately, it's as if Flamengo had given Fabrício Bruno to pay De La Cruz. Would I exchange Fabrício Bruno for De La Cruz? That was the deal that Flamengo lost", he explained.
In addition to criticizing the decision not to sell the player, Mauro Cezar also raised questions about the club's salary policy. He questioned the high salaries paid to players who are not considered essential to the team, suggesting that Flamengo's wage bill could be better managed.
The clubs have their new direction in history
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On Monday (2), a new commission was formed with the aim of discussing the implementation of Financial Fair Play in Brazil. The group is made up of clubs such as Flamengo and Palmeiras, who are looking for ways to adapt the rule to the particularities of national football. Leila Pereira, president of Palmeiras, was one of the strongest voices in the discussion. In a blunt statement, she called for more responsibility from club boards in financial management. Pereira highlighted that Financial Fair Play should not be seen just as a rule to be complied with, but as an essential tool to guarantee the sustainability of teams.
Financial Fair Play, created by UEFA, aims to control club spending and ensure that they do not spend more than they earn, promoting more balanced financial management. The idea is to prevent clubs from taking on excessive debt and guarantee a fairer level of competition between teams. The formation of the commission with Flamengo, Palmeiras and other clubs signals a significant step in the attempt to implement these rules more effectively in Brazil. The proposal is to discuss and adjust the rule so that it better fits the reality of Brazilian clubs, which face unique financial challenges.
FLAMENGO HAS "EYES OPEN"The main objective of commission is to establish guidelines that help control club spending without harming growth and investment in football. The intention is to create a balance between the need for investment to improve the teams and the obligation to maintain the financial health of the clubs.
Leila Pereira, in her statement, made an appeal for club boards to be more responsible and transparent in their management. She highlighted that compliance with financial rules must be a priority for all clubs and that it is essential that everyone is committed to more responsible management.
Mattos praised the level of engagement of Flamengo fans
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Last Thursday (5), Alexandre Mattos, CEO of Cruzeiro, discussed the discrepancy in uniform sales between Flamengo and the Minas Gerais team, highlighting Adidas' decision to prioritize Rubro-Negro. In an interview with journalist Samuel Venâncio, on YouTube, Mattos revealed his understanding of the situation and praised the level of engagement of Flamengo fans.
Alexandre Mattos commented on the impressive volume of sales of Flamengo shirts, highlighting the difference compared to other clubs. "When Palmeiras were Brazilian champions, the club sold 600 thousand pieces, which was a record. Guess how many pieces Flamengo sells per year? Everyone talks about one million… Flamengo sold two million shirts", said Mattos.< /p>
Mattos emphasized the magnitude of Flamengo in the sports uniforms market , underestimating the difference in volume compared to other teams. "It's a different quantity, another reality. The magnitude of the clubs, for me, is the same. But the exposure and media numbers are different. Two million shirts is a very significant number", highlighted the CEO.
Flamengo is preparing for the next challenge in the Copa do Brasil. On Thursday (12), the team will face Bahia in the return match of the quarterfinals. The match will be held at Maracanã, at 9:45 pm (Brasília time). Mengão enters the field with a minimal advantage after winning the first game 1-0.
The club races against time
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After weeks away due to an injury, the Uruguayan midfielderGiorgian De Arrascaeta is close to returning to the field. The player, who is a key player in the Flamengo, has entered the final phase of recovery, and the expectation within the club is that his return will occur in the next matches. Arrascaeta suffered a muscle injury that ruled him out of the last rounds of the Brazilian Championship and compromised his participation in other important competitions, such as the Libertadores.
The midfielder's absence was greatly felt, as he is considered one of the players most creative and decisive of the red and black cast. However, the club's medical department has been working intensely to ensure his full recovery, without rushing to put him on the field before he is 100% fit.
According to information from the club, Arrascaeta is in the last phase of his treatment, which involves transition work with physical preparation. This means that the Uruguayan has already overcome the most intensive care phase and is now focusing on regaining his physical shape and getting back into his game, something fundamental to his style. Flamengo has adopted a cautious approach to avoid any type of relapse, a common procedure when it comes to muscle injuries, especially in players who play such a dynamic and creative role on the field.
This last stage involves activities such as light running, muscle strengthening exercises and even ball training in reduced spaces, without the pressure of a competitive game. Depending on how the athlete responds to these stimuli, he may be released to train with the rest of the squad in the coming weeks.
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