Marcos Braz speaks about the reason for lunch with Flamengo players and coaching staff

Matías Viña, currently Flamengo's third-choice left-back , has been targeted by Vasco da Gama to bolster their defense. The interest arises from the possibility of Lucas Piton, the club's starting midfielder, leaving this transfer window.

At 26, the Uruguayan hasn't been used by Filipe Luís and hasn't played since the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 against Internacional. Despite the lack of opportunities, the club's management doesn't plan to release him at this time, keeping him as a player for emergency situations.

VASCO SEEKS OPTIONS IN THE MARKET

For Vasco, the search for a player with international experience and experience is a priority, and Viña meets those requirements. Sources close to the player indicate that he welcomes the opportunity to play at São Januário , especially to gain playing time as he seeks a place in the Uruguayan national team for the 2026 World Cup.

Still, negotiations are considered complex. Flamengo has shown no interest in parting ways with the player, and the player himself, while open to a move, is not pushing for a departure. Vasco continues to monitor the situation and may formalize an offer if the situation changes.

RECENT HISTORY

Viña arrived with high expectations, but is currently competing for a spot with Alex Sandro and Ayrton Lucas, falling behind in the pecking order. His goal, however, is to regain his place in the team and remain an option for coach Filipe Luís throughout Flamengo 's season.

Defender Pablo Marí, formerly of Flamengo and currently with Fiorentina (ITA), has no plans to return to Brazil at this time. According to Italian journalist Nicolò Schira, Atlético-MG has expressed interest in signing the defender, but has been stymied by the player's lack of interest in negotiating a departure.

In addition to the Minas Gerais club, Botafogo also expressed interest in the current window, but the situation is considered unviable. The Spanish player has a contract with the Italian team until 2027 and wants to fulfill his contract, remaining in European football.

DEFENDER IS A STARTER AT FIORENTINA

Pablo Marí arrived at Fiorentina last season after a stint at Monza (ITA). Since then, he has appeared in 13 official matches, without scoring or providing any assists . The defender also appeared in two preseason friendlies against Leicester and Manchester United, solidifying his place in the squad.

VICTORIOUS PASSAGE THROUGH FLAMENGO

The Spaniard built a notable relationship in Brazilian football during his time with Mengão in 2019. Signed from Manchester City, Pablo Marí played a key role in the team that won the Libertadores and the Brazilian Championship . He played 30 games, scoring three goals and providing one assist before moving to Europe.

ABOUT THAT...

Flamengo takes to the field this Monday (25), at 9 pm (Brasília time), to face Vitória at Maracanã. The red-black fans promise to make a difference again, with more than 35 thousand tickets sold in advance . The expectation is that the public will surpass the 50 thousand mark present at the stadium.

Flamengo and Vitória face each other this Monday (25), at 9 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, in a duel valid for the 21st round of the Brazilian Championship. The match will be broadcast by Sportv and Premiere , guaranteeing wide coverage for fans.

A large crowd is expected at the stadium. Buoyed by the team's strong form and their U-20 World Cup victory last Saturday, the red-and-blacks are promising to pack the stands. As of Monday morning, approximately 40,000 tickets had already been sold , with over 50,000 expected to attend.

FLAMENGO IN THE LEAD

Flamengo comes into the match with high morale after eliminating Internacional and advancing to the quarterfinals of the Copa Libertadores. In the Brasileirão, the team has 43 points and is in first place , two ahead of Cruzeiro, who won last Saturday and has 41 points.

For the match against Vitória, Filipe Luís will be without Erick Pulgar , who is still recovering from surgery on his right foot. This is the only confirmed absence for the Rio de Janeiro team, which is expected to maintain its starting lineup in search of another victory in front of its home crowd.

VITÓRIA HASN'T WINNED IN FIVE MATCHES

Their opponent is going through a difficult season. Under Fábio Carille's management, Vitória hasn't won in five matches and sits in the relegation zone after drawing at home to Juventude, despite opening up a two-goal lead. The Bahian team is desperately seeking a comeback to escape the bottom of the table.