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Flamengo's football director, José Boto, spoke with coach Filipe Luís to discuss the team's playing style . The manager's plan is to make adjustments that will make the team even more competitive . The information was released by journalist Mauro Cezar Pereira.

Mauro Cezar Pereira on Flamengo: "It's Filipe Luís's obligation to have an ace up his sleeve"

CHANGES MAY START THIS WEDNESDAY

According to MCP, fans are expected to start noticing changes in the Copa do Brasil clash against Atlético-MG. He believes Filipe Luís needs to offer tactical alternatives during matches: " Today, for example, it's Filipe Luís's responsibility to have an ace up his sleeve ," the journalist stated.

Mauro also welcomed Boto's initiative, emphasizing that the red-and-black coach should be held accountable internally: " When Boto was hired, he came with this more technical profile, as a sporting director . So, these conversations are natural and important. It's up to him to question the coach's strategies and decisions," he explained.

CRITICISM OF THE MONOTATIC STYLE

The journalist took the opportunity to analyze Filipe Luís's work so far and made a direct criticism of Flamengo 's lack of variation in play under his command: " The team has been monotactic — it always plays the same way , without many tactical variations."

Finally, Mauro emphasized that pressure is part of the maturation process for a coach still at the beginning of his career: "Only established coaches, like Guardiola, Klopp, or Simeone, achieve a degree of complete autonomy . Until then, pressure is natural."

Flamengo recently received an official offer from RB Leipzig of Germany for defender Léo Ortiz , a standout player on Filipe Luís's squad. The offer was around €15 million (approximately R$95.6 million), with €12 million fixed and €3 million tied to targets. However, Flamengo promptly rejected the offer, maintaining its policy of not releasing key players at this stage of the season.

In addition to Leipzig, Sporting from Portugal has also entered the fray. According to Portuguese broadcaster SIC Notícias, the club is considering making a similar offer: €15 million, plus bonuses for targets achieved.

Despite the move, sources close to the club's board of directors assure that the defender is not for sale. People close to the player also state that he himself has no desire to leave the club at this time.

LÉO ORTIZ IS AN IMPORTANT PIECE

Flamengo 's board considers Léo Ortiz essential to the team's success in national and international competitions. Signed in March 2024 for €7 million, the defender has made 74 appearances for Flamengo, scoring six goals and providing four assists. His performance has been crucial in campaigns such as the Brazilian Championship, where the club leads with defensive solidity.

TERMINATION CLAUSE

Ortiz's release clause is another factor that reinforces Flamengo's firm position. Valued at €80 million (approximately R$514 million) , the amount is far above the offers received so far for the player, who is important to Filipe Luís.

Corinthians is keeping tabs on 31-year-old striker Vitinho, who is a free agent after terminating his contract with Saudi Arabia's Al-Ettifaq . The information was released by journalist Luis Fabiani. Having not played since May, the player is evaluating his next career steps .

Vitinho rose to prominence in Brazilian football during his time at Flamengo , between 2018 and 2022, a period in which he played more than 200 games and won important titles : Libertadores (2019), Brasileiros (2019 and 2020), as well as two Supercopas do Brasil. Despite criticism from part of the fans, he was a useful piece at different times for the Rio de Janeiro club.

VITINHO DID NOT SHINE IN ARABIA

After leaving Rubro-Negro, the striker played for three seasons in Saudi Arabia, but without the same brilliance. His underwhelming performance led to the early termination of his contract . Now, as a free agent, Vitinho can sign with any club without any transfer fees.

Corinthians' interest stems from a search for specific reinforcements for the final stretch of the season. The striker's experience and versatility in the attacking sector are seen as potential differentiators for the black and white squad. There's no official offer yet, but talks are expected to evolve in the coming days.

FLAMENGO X ATLÉTICO-MG: BRAZIL CUP

After losing 1-0 at Maracanã, Flamengo will face Atlético-MG again this Wednesday (06), at 7 pm (Brasília time), in the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil, at Arena MRV, in Belo Horizonte. To advance directly, the Rio de Janeiro team needs to win by two or more goals.

If they win by just one goal, the final will be decided by penalties . Atlético-MG, on the other hand, needs a draw to secure a spot in the quarterfinals. The match will be broadcast live on SporTV (pay TV) and Premiere (pay-per-view) throughout Brazil.