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A possible return of Neres to Brazilian football will not be an easy task
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The future of talented right-winger David Neres at Benfica appears uncertain, with reports of the player's dissatisfaction with coach Roger Schmidt's decisions. According to the Portuguese newspaper Record, Neres would be interested in leaving the Portuguese club at the end of the European season, which could represent an opportunity for Flamengo.
Neres' discontent would be related to the coach's pre-programmed substitutions , who often place him as the first to be substituted, regardless of his performance on the field. This situation could pave the way for a possible transfer of the player.
"Benfica's creative winger is reticent about continuing with Roger Schmidt as coach. (...) The displeasure with the fact that there are many times the person chosen to be the first to be sacrificed, even when he is playing well, will be one of the reasons for this openness to a possible transfer", mentions Record in its publication.
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In addition, Neres left Benfica's last match with a muscle injury, which will leave him out for two weeks and could last until the end of season. This situation could influence his decision about his future at the Portuguese club.
However, Neres' possible return to Brazilian football will not be an easy task, even for a club like Flamengo. With a pass valued at around 25 million euros (R$136.2 million), the value is above the Brazilian market standard, which would require a significant financial effort on the part of any interested team.
In the current season, Neres participated in 35 matches for Benfica, registering five goals and 10 assists. His presence was also notable in the Brazilian team, where he played eight games under Tite's command.
The club has a big difference in work
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The Sinergia Rubro-Negra Group (SRN), made up of influential partners from Flamengo, held a meeting last Saturday (7), at the club's headquarters, located in Gávea. The main objective of the meeting was to promote fraternization among the participants, but, inevitably, club politics ended up dominating the discussions throughout the event.
The main topic that emerged during the meeting was the support of the SRN to Rodrigo Dunshee's candidacy for president of Flamengo. Dunshee, who currently holds the position of general and legal vice-president of the club, is a prominent figure in the red-black political scene. The group, made up of members who share an aligned vision regarding the club's management, sees in Dunshee a name prepared to take over Flamengo's leadership, especially considering the upcoming electoral cycle.
During the event, members of the SRN highlighted Dunshee's role in the current administration, remembering that he was a fundamental player in several legal achievements of the Flamengo in recent years. The group believes that his experience and proximity to the club's internal processes make him the ideal candidate to succeed current president Rodolfo Landim, whose tenure ends at the end of his term.
Although the initial objective of the meeting was a celebration between the partners, it was inevitable that the conversations turned to Flamengo's political future. The club's presidential elections are approaching, and political groups are already beginning to articulate support and strategies. The SRN, being a strong group within the red-black political structure, has stood out for its organization and capacity to mobilize members.
Those present discussed, among other topics, the possible implications of a possible Dunshee's candidacy. His name has been circulating among members for some time, but now, with the explicit support of the SRN, his candidacy is gaining strength. The members highlighted that Dunshee is a name of continuity, someone who is already part of the current management and deeply knows the challenges and needs of the club. This, in the group's view, represents a positive point, as Dunshee could continue the projects started under the Landim administration.
The club has been in a race against time
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Flamengo continues to debate whether to look for a replacement for Pedro, a striker who is recovering from an injury. The decision is complex, involving several variables ranging from the financial cost to the availability of players on the market. One of the main points under discussion is the high cost of a possible replacement. The club is aware that signing a center forward may require a significant investment, something that needs to be carefully evaluated within the team's current budget.
In addition, Flamengofaces the challenge of downtime of players available on the market. Many of the center forwards who are free for transfer come from long periods without playing, with recent injuries or prolonged absence from the field. This situation represents a risk, as the integration of a player who is not in the rhythm of the game may take longer and be less effective initially.
The club is also considering the limited number of viable options on the market. The scarcity of attackers who meet the criteria required by Flamengo – both in terms of quality and physical readiness – is a factor that further complicates the search for a suitable replacement.
In this scenario, the management of Flamengo assesses whether signing a new player is the best solution or whether there are viable alternatives to deal with Pedro's absence, such as adjusting the tactical formation or promoting youth players. The final decision is still being studied, and the club needs to carefully consider all aspects before making a decision.
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