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05 Abr 2025 | 14:59 |
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Flamengo's board of directors is still actively searching for a replacement for Giorgian De Arrascaeta , who has been absent due to physical problems. The absence of the number 14 highlights the lack of a playmaker with similar characteristics in the squad, and the club is working on viable alternatives. José Boto, the club's football executive, has already ruled out the possibility of bringing back Andreas Pereira, which was speculated.
“It’s a bargain,” said JP Sombra.
Among the names mentioned by analysts and sports journalists , Reinier is one of those who is making a strong comeback. Revealed by CRF, the 23-year-old midfielder is on loan from Real Madrid to Granada, in Spain, until the middle of the year. Despite not having managed to establish himself in Europe, he is seen as an interesting bet due to his history with the red-and-black shirt and for having an affordable market value.
According to journalist João Pedro Sombra, from the Lance! website , Reinier would be the best option available. “It’s a bargain. He’s valued at 2 million euros and he’s still young. The player needs minutes and a club where he has space. Flamengo could be that environment”, he commented . There are no open negotiations yet, but the name is being monitored.
Another alternative mentioned is the Argentine Bruno Zapelli, 22 years old , currently at Athletico-PR. With a contract until 2028, the midfielder could be traded if the Paraná club needs to reduce its payroll after being relegated to Serie B. Trained at Belgrano, in Argentina, Zapelli caught the attention of clubs such as River Plate in the last transfer window.
João Pedro classifies Zapelli as “the favorite” on the list. “He is an exceptional attacking midfielder. He needs a team with structure and patience to develop. For 5 million euros, it is a possible deal”, stated the journalist. The Mengão board is monitoring the player, but has not made any progress in negotiations so far. Rounding out the list of options is Jorge Carrascal, a 26-year-old Colombian who plays for Dynamo Moscow. Having played for the Colombian national team and performed well for River Plate, Carrascal is seen as the most expensive and experienced option among the three names mentioned. His name has already been linked to the Rio de Janeiro club in other windows.
The Argentine team begins training at Fluminense's training center and should play more defensively at Maracanã against Mengão this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm
17 Set 2025 | 15:15 |
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Estudiantes is already in Rio de Janeiro for the first leg of the Copa Libertadores quarterfinals against Flamengo , scheduled for Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. The Argentine team trained at Fluminense's facilities , preparing for the decisive duel.
Coach Eduardo Domínguez tested a more conservative formation, including an extra defensive midfielder in midfield, as a strategy to contain Flamengo's attacks. According to Radio Província 1270 in La Plata, the change could result in only one striker on the field , demonstrating a more solid defensive posture.
Estudiantes ' likely lineup for the clash includes: Muslera; Gómez, Nuñez, Rodríguez, Arzamendia; Ascacibar, Piovi, Amondarain, Medina, Tiago Palacios; Carrillo.
It's not yet clear whether Piovi will play as an extra midfielder or be replaced by Castro . Amondarain, despite being an attacking midfielder, could drop back and act as a third midfielder, depending on Domínguez's strategy in recent training sessions.
With the prospect of a more closed Argentine team, Flamengo, under the command of Filipe Luís, will have to work hard to break down Estudiantes' defense and seek a positive result in the first leg of the Libertadores quarterfinals.
Rubro-negro evaluates changes in the starting lineup for the clash with the Argentine team this Thursday (18), at 9:30 pm, for the Libertadores
17 Set 2025 | 14:49 |
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Up front, Bruno Henrique is recovered and available to play, expanding coach Filipe Luís's offensive options. Plata and Luiz Araújo are also options at wing. Léo Ortiz returns to the defensive system after missing the match against Juventude.
A possible Flamengo lineup for Thursday has: Rossi; Emerson Royal (or Varela), Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Ayrton Lucas (or Viña); Allan (or De La Cruz), Saúl and Arrascaeta; Plata, Pedro (or Bruno Henrique) and Samuel Lino.
According to information gathered, the club's coaching staff is likely to opt for midfielder Jorginho, who is recovering from a muscle edema. Although he is fit to play, the club does not want to risk losing him for an extended period.
Without Jorginho, coach Filipe Luís is evaluating the best alternatives for the position. De La Cruz and Saúl are the main candidates to form a partnership with Saúl in midfield . The coach will lead the final training session before the match on Wednesday (17) to determine his replacement.
Another confirmed absence is left-back Alex Sandro, who is nursing a calf injury and will be unfit to play. Ayrton Lucas and Matías Viña are competing for the starting spot on the left wing.
Conmebol announces changes to the VAR process and will now be valid for the duel between Mengão and the La Plata club in the quarterfinals
17 Set 2025 | 14:10 |
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Conmebol announced this Tuesday (16) an important new development for the quarterfinal stage of the Libertadores . From this stage onwards, the main referee will immediately communicate his decision to the entire public present at the stadium , ensuring greater transparency in the arbitration process.
This measure has already been used in the organization's competitions. In the 2024 Recopa Sudamericana, for example, the rule was applied experimentally . Now, it officially returns for the decisive matches of the Copa Libertadores.
The first duel between Flamengo and Estudiantes takes place this Thursday (18), at Maracanã, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). The stadium will have a full house: All tickets were sold in advance , guaranteeing an estimated audience of around 69 thousand people.
The return leg is scheduled for September 25th in La Plata, Argentina, also at 9:30 pm (Brasília time). It will be broadcast on ESPN (pay TV) and Disney+ (streaming) . Fans can stay up to date with all the details of the match at Gazeta do Urubu.
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