Johnny makes a capital mistake in the 1-0 defeat, but ends the penalty kick and guarantees the Copa Rio title in the category
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Club changes in the youth categories are common. Where a boy starts to follow his path in football will not always be the same place he becomes a professional. Defender Johnny, 17, went through this. He started at Vasco, stayed for seven years, and this Monday, in São Januário, he was champion of the Copa Rio U-17 wearing the Flamengo shirt, scoring the penalty that sealed the victory.
Johnny he had made a capital mistake in the first half, when he missed a silly pass that resulted in a great goal from Bruno Lopes, from before the middle of the field. Vasco won 1-0 and returned a 2-1 defeat in the first game, in Gávea, taking the decision to penalty kicks. The comeback seemed to be written for Flamengo's defender, who was the seventh to hit and closed the score at 6-5.
- We were doing well in the match. Mistakes happen. It happened several times. It's not just me, it's not just our goalkeeper, it's not just our full-back, midfield, striker. It's work, understand? Always focus on the objective and it is not a mistake that will shake our team, our team. It's about staying firm and knowing that you're going to win the game - said Johnny, in an interview with ge.
- A turnaround. Gratitude to God. Knowing that I made my friends happy, I made Flamengo, I made the nation and my family happy. My family is essential.
Coach Filipe Luís showed a lot of trust in Johnny. After leaving Vasco, the defender had a quick spell at Boavista and arrived at Flamengo in February last year. In March of this year, he signed a contract until January 31, 2026.
- The only thing I said is that I asked him to play. I'm the one who asks the goalkeeper to stay early, if it goes wrong it's my fault, but I like that, that courage. They will definitely make a mistake, it will give the opponent a goal, but I know the risk, I know the players I have in my hand. It's a shame he made a mistake, because he's a boy who almost always played with me or always. He is a boy who tries hard and fights. What makes me happiest is that he turned things around, played a great second half, forgot his mistake, because we have to forgive ourselves. Tennis talks about this a lot. And he ended up scoring the decisive goal - said Filipe.
The red and black fans eagerly await the outcome of the negotiations
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Flamengo continues negotiating with Lazio in Italy, the terms of the midfielder's loan Marcos Antônio. One of the main points of discussion between the clubs is the mandatory purchase clause, which the Italian club wants to impose if the player plays in 50% of the matches during the loan period. Rubro-Negro, in turn, did not accept this condition and is trying to adjust the definition of "games" to this goal.
This lack of definition has been one of the main obstacles in negotiations, as Flamengo seeks greater flexibility in the conditions that would force the athlete to purchase. Another important point under discussion is the value of the purchase option. The expectation is that Flamengo will pay between 5 and 6 million euros (approximately R$30.4 to R$36.4 million at current prices), in addition to additional bonuses, to acquire Marcos Antônio permanently.
FLAMENGO AND ITS DEFINITION BY THE NEW REINFORCEMENT
Flamengo is carefully evaluating the numbers involved in the transaction. The club seeks to balance investments to reinforce the squad without compromising its finances. Marcos Antônio is a young midfielder who stood out in European football. A graduate of Athletico-PR's youth teams, he transferred to Estoril, in Portugal, before arriving at Lazio, in Italy. His technical ability and game vision caught the attention of Flamengo, who see the player as a potential reinforcement for the team led by Tite.
Negotiations between Flamengo and Lazio should continue in the coming days. The expectation is that both parties will reach an agreement that is satisfactory to everyone involved. Meanwhile, Flamengo remains attentive to the transfer market, looking for reinforcements that can contribute to the continuation of the season.
In addition to a midfielder, Flamengo analyzed other positions in the last transfer window and continues to keep an eye on the market to reinforce the squad
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Behind the scenes at Flamengo are busy looking for reinforcements for next season. The Rio club, always attentive to market opportunities, is now focusing on signing midfielder Marcos Antônio, currently at Lazio, in Italy. In addition to him, there are other names on the agenda, but which have not yet been leaked to the press.
Directors Marcos Braz and Bruno Spindel, responsible for Flamengo's negotiations, will soon embark for Europe. The report found that the English capital, London, is on the itinerary, suggesting that directors are keeping an eye on more than one player and that talks could involve other European clubs besides Lazio.
MARCOS ANTONIO IS A PRIORITY MÁXIMA
Marcos Antônio is 24 years old and has already accepted the proposal from Flamengo for a one-year loan. The young midfielder, who stood out in European football, welcomes the opportunity to wear the red and black shirt and return to Brazil to play for one of the country's biggest clubs. However, the negotiation is not simple and there are still pending issues to be resolved with the Italian club.
The main obstacle to completing the loan are the triggers that would determine the purchase obligation at the end of the period. Lazio wants to ensure that Flamengo commits to buying the player permanently if some goals are achieved during the loan. The red-black leaders will travel to Rome to try to adjust these details and close the agreement.
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