The Uruguayan midfielder is one of the wishes of the Rubro Negro board
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Flamengo has already started to organize itself and prepare the methods it will use to have River Plate (ARG) midfielder Nicolas de La Cruz next season. However, the Argentine team promises to charge dearly for Rubro Negro's dream, as the player is a great revelation.
De La Cruz has been in Flamengo's sights since mid-2023, the midfielder does not hide his desire to play for Rubro Negro. Despite this, having the status of an idol and being loved internally at River Plate, the Uruguayan does not consider forcing his departure, leaving the decision in the hands of the board.
Rubro Negro once again made contact with the midfielder's staff recently, for an approach, and received positive responses. However, the big obstacle will be, again, with River Plate. The Argentine team has a contract in force with De La Cruz until the end of 2025. In addition, a termination fine of 16 million dollars gives the team security in the negotiation.
The Argentine team is in no rush to sell one of its best players and the club's idea is clear, to charge the value of the termination fine to release De La Cruz. Despite this, behind the scenes, there is an understanding that, if there is a proposal close to the amount stipulated in the contract, it is possible to buy the player. Rubro Negro, however, only offered 50% of the request and, as a result, received a refusal from River Plate.
Therefore, Mais Querido will try to persuade River Plate in the next window and will try to hiring De La Cruz, as the player is considered one of the stars of the Argentine team and the Uruguayan team along with De Arrascaeta. With that, Rubro Negro will do everything to bring him to the club.
The club has a different point of view from the coach
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In an interview given after the defeat of Flamengoto Peñarol, 1-0, coach Tite was direct in responding to the boos received by the fans. The statement, marked by a frank tone, exposed the coach's pragmatic vision in relation to demanding fans and the pressure for results. “I respect the fans’ feelings. Of course I feel that (the boos), I'm human”, said Tite, recognizing the fans' frustration in the face of the setback.
Tite's speech reveals that he understands the role of fans as a fundamental part in the context of a club, especially in a team of great expression like Flamengo. By mentioning that the boos affect him as a human being, the coach demonstrates empathy, but does not fail to highlight that the only way to reverse this situation is with achievements on the field. “It can only be reversed in one way”, pointed out the coach.
THE MISTAKE THAT COSTED EXTREMELY DEARLYThe response reflects the experience of Titein dealing with pressure who follows the command of great teams in Brazilian football. With successful spells at clubs such as Corinthians, Grêmio and the Brazilian national team itself, the coach has a track record that puts him in a position to understand, perhaps like few others, the relationship between performance on the field and fans' expectations. For him, this connection is clear: “Do you know how to win fans? Do you know how I won over the fans of the other clubs I played for? Win an important title”, he declared.
The phrase highlights the centrality of titles in football, especially in mass clubs like Flamengo. In Brazil, the culture of results is intense, and Tite recognizes that fans have a limited tolerance for negative results. Winning titles, for him, is the key to gaining the support of the fans, and anything other than that results in discontent: “If not, bye.”
This last part of Tite's speech summarizes the characteristic impatience of demanding fans like Flamengo. The coach makes it clear that, without obtaining relevant trophies, the relationship with the fans deteriorates quickly. The pressure is constant and is part of the daily life of those who take on the leadership of top teams. Tite seems, however, to be aware of this scenario and how it needs to be faced.
The club has its greatest moment of inconstancy
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Tite's statement came after a delicate moment for Flamengo. The defeat to Peñarol, at home, in a group stage match of the Copa Libertadores, raised alarm bells for fans and the coaching staff. Flamengo had high expectations for the season, especially after major reinforcements and the arrival of Tite, a coach with wide recognition on the national and international scene.
The pressure on Flamengo is nothing new. The club, which has one of the biggest fans in the world, is known for its high expectations for titles. The expensive squad, made up of renowned players, also increases this demand. Each stumble is widely covered by the media and amplifies the dissatisfaction of part of the fans, who demand immediate results.
CAN IT GO BAD AT THE MOMENT?The Copa Libertadores, in particular, has a important meaning for Flamengo and its fans. The continental tournament is seen as one of the club's main objectives each season. Any result other than victory can generate dissatisfaction and pressure on the technical committee, as occurred after the setback against Peñarol.
In this context, Tite's speech not only recognizes the fans' dissatisfaction, but also is realistic in relation to what is expected from a club like Flamengo. The demand for titles is part of the package when taking over a club of this size, and the coach seems to be aware of this when he points out that he will only be able to win the support of the fans with significant victories.
The number 18 was booked in both matches
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The Flamengotakes the field today against Peñarol in the quarter-finals of the Copa Libertadores with a single player at risk of suspension due to the accumulation of yellow cards: Nicolás de la Cruz. The Uruguayan midfielder, an important part of the squad, will be suspended for tonight's match. This means that, if he receives a yellow card during the game, he will be automatically suspended from the second leg, which will be played in Montevideo, Uruguay, in the team's next match in the competition.
This is a situation which creates some tension for Flamengoand for the player himself, as a possible absence of De la Cruz in the second game could be a significant absence. The Rio club needs to guarantee a positive result at home to travel to Montevideo with a margin of advantage. Furthermore, they will need to think about their strategy if De la Cruz receives the card and cannot play in Uruguay, which could impact the team's dynamics.
Nicolás de la Cruz is a crucial player for Flamengo's scheme. His playing style, marked by intensity, good marking ability and offensive skills, makes him a key player in midfield. He is an athlete who, in addition to helping defensively, also stands out for creating plays and participating in decisive plays. His absence would be a blow for the team, which would need to rethink its formation for the second match against Peñarol
The pressure on the player during today's game will be enormous. It is not easy for an athlete to perform knowing that one mistake could leave him out of a decisive game. This tension could affect De la Cruz's performance, especially in a game as important and high-level as a Libertadores quarter-final.
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