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URGENT! FLAMENGO PLANS CAST REFORMULATION AND IDOLS COULD BE THE FIRST TO LEAVE THE CLUB
The red-black management plans to reduce expenses and facilitate the departure of sought-after players to maintain financial health and reinforce the squad
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Clube de Regatas do Flamengo, one of the biggest football teams in Brazil, is undergoing a restructuring process within its team, aiming to alleviate its salary bill and allow players wanted by other clubs to leave. This strategy is part of a series of measures adopted by the club's board of directors to maintain balanced finances and continue to be competitive on the national and international scene.
Among the names being considered to leave Flamengo are Santos, Varela, Pablo and David Luiz. These players, despite having contributed in important moments, may be looking for new challenges or simply no longer fit into the club's planning. Flamengo's board understands that negotiating athletes in these cases is a way of preserving the institution's financial health.
One of the most surprising names on the list of possible exits is that of defender Rodrigo Caio. The player, who arrived at Flamengo with great expectations, may be looking for a new opportunity in European football. His departure would be a serious blow to the team's defense, but the board is willing to listen to proposals and analyze what is best for all parties involved.
Flamengo fans, one of the most passionate and demanding of the country, is closely following these movements in the transfer market. Many fans understand the need to alleviate the payroll, but they also fear the loss of important members of the squad. The club's board is aware of this duality of feelings and seeks to make decisions that balance financial and sporting interests.
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the finances of football clubs, including Flamengo. With the decline in box office and sponsorship revenues, financial management has become even more crucial. The sale of players is one of the main sources of revenue for many clubs, and Flamengo is no exception. Furthermore, the arrival of coach Renato Gaúcho at the helm of the team brought new perspectives and strategies to the squad. The board seeks to adapt the group of players to the coach's ideas, which could result in the departure of athletes who do not fit into the new tactical system.
It is important to highlight that Flamengo is not seeking to get rid of its players in a disorderly or hasty manner. The idea is to find solutions that are beneficial for both the club and the athletes. Transparent and fair negotiations are priorities in this process. On the other hand, the departure of some players opens up space for the promotion of young talents from the club's youth categories. Flamengo is known for its tradition of developing new stars, and updating the squad could be an opportunity for these young people to shine on the pitch.
The red and black fans also hope that, with the possible sale of players , the club can invest in reinforcements that strengthen the squad and make it even more competitive. The fierce dispute for the Brazilian Championship title and participation in the Copa Libertadores are ambitious goals that require a high-level squad. In short, Flamengo is going through a moment of reevaluation of its squad, aiming to alleviate the salary bill and allow players wanted by other clubs to leave. The board is aware of the financial challenges posed by the pandemic and seeks to balance these needs with the club's sporting interests. The fans, eager for new achievements, eagerly await the next movements in the transfer market.
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São Paulo has a major absence for the game against Flamengo
Even though he has recovered from his knee injury, Lucas Moura will not face Mais Querido this Saturday (13th round of the Brasileirão) as he is still following a physical schedule.
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São Paulo will have an important absence in the match against Flamengo this Saturday (13), at Maracanã, at 4:30 pm. Although he was expected to return to the team , Lucas Moura will remain out of action. According to the club, the attacking midfielder is still under physical preparation care, despite being clinically recovered from a knee injury.
Lucas Moura hasn't played an official match since May 6th . Although his knee problem has been overcome, the medical department and coaching staff understand that he still needs more time to regain physical conditioning before returning to action. Therefore, his return to action for the São Paulo team will remain postponed.
FIVE OTHER ATHLETES ARE OUT OF THE GAME
In addition to the absence of the number 7, São Paulo will be without Lucas Ferreira (with hip pain), Luciano, Luiz Gustavo, and Calleri, all ruled out by the medical department. The match will also mark Hernán Crespo's return to the team , precisely against the league leaders, in the return of the competition after the Club World Cup.
The São Paulo team's likely starting lineup features significant changes. Crespo is expected to field Rafael; Arboleda, Alan Franco, and Sabino (or Ferraresi); Cédric, Alisson, Bobadilla, Marcos Antônio, and Enzo Díaz; Oscar (or Juan Dinenno), and André Silva. Among the confirmed returns to the squad are Marcos Antônio, Ferreirinha, and Oscar, who have been sidelined since early June.
MATCH BETWEEN SÃO PAULO AND FLAMENGO
The match between São Paulo and Flamengo will be held at Maracanã Stadium at 4:30 p.m. this Saturday, part of the 13th round of the Brasileirão. For the Rio de Janeiro club, the match represents a chance to maintain its lead in the standings. Broadcasts will be available on free-to-air channels and streaming platforms.
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Cruzeiro president opens up about Gabigol, ex-Flamengo: "He was a..."
Even without a guaranteed presence in the starting 11, Gabriel has been praised by the board for his commitment and commercial impact.
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Signed with star status, Gabigol is still seeking regular starting positions at Cruzeiro. Unlike what he became accustomed to during his years as a star player at Flamengo, the striker is currently in a transitional phase. Even though he's not a regular in the starting eleven, he's been touted as an important player in Leonardo Jardim's project.
Pedro Junio, vice president of the Minas Gerais club, emphasized in an interview with the program Donos da Bola that the number 9 did not disappoint. According to the director, the striker has fulfilled everything agreed upon at the time of his signing, both on the field and in marketing. " He delivers everything we agreed on, both in the sporting and commercial and marketing aspects . Gabriel was a package deal we signed, and he delivers," he noted.
BOARD DEFENDS GABIGOL'S PARTICIPATION
Since arriving at Toca da Raposa, Gabigol has started 11 matches, initially under Fernando Diniz and later under Leonardo Jardim. Following the 1-1 draw with São Paulo on April 13th, in the third round of the Brasileirão , the striker has lost his place in the starting lineup. Even so, management emphasizes that there is no dissatisfaction or bad blood behind the scenes.
" Cruzeiro's advantage is that everyone understands that Cruzeiro is the top priority. Regardless of who's playing or not," explained Pedro Junio, highlighting the positive internal atmosphere at the club and the players' maturity in accepting coaching decisions.
GABIGOL REAFFIRMS COMMITMENT TO CRUZEIRO
Despite recurring speculation that he's unhappy about not being a regular starter, Gabigol has publicly expressed his composure about this new phase. After the 2-0 victory over Vila Nova on May 1st in the Copa do Brasil , the striker addressed the issue directly.
" I'm very calm about it. I know the pressure there is , and there are a lot of people who say things without realizing it. I try to work hard, show my football skills on the field," he said. On that occasion, the striker also highlighted the welcome he received at the club and reinforced his desire to continue contributing.
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Flamengo vs São Paulo - where to watch, probable lineup and time of the Brasileirão game
With the Brasileirão leadership at stake and Maracanã expected to be full, Mengão hosts the São Paulo team this Saturday (12), at 4:30 pm, for the 13th round
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Flamengo returns to the national stage this Saturday (12), after a stint at the Club World Cup, with full focus on the Brazilian Championship. The team led by Filipe Luís leads the table with 24 points, despite having played one game less, maintaining the best attack and the tightest defense in the competition so far. The ball rolls at 4:30 pm, at Maracanã, with broadcast on TV Globo and Premiere.
Flamengo will be without midfielder Erick Pulgar, who suffered a fractured right foot, and Pedro, who was sidelined by Filipe Luís . This will also be the first match without Gerson, who recently left the club to Zenit in Russia.
SAO PAULO SEEKS REACTION
On the other side, São Paulo is undergoing a period of restructuring. After a 3-1 loss to Vasco and the departure of Luis Zubeldía , the club has decided to bring back Hernán Crespo as coach. The São Paulo team will have important reinforcements who recovered during the break: Lucas Moura, Oscar, Marcos Antônio, and Ferreirinha are available again.
PUBLIC EXPECTATIONS
The red-and-black fans promise to once again fill the stadium. As of last Thursday (10), more than 46 thousand tickets had already been sold. With the removal of free tickets, the expectation is that around 60 thousand fans will attend Maracanã to support Mengão in its search for three more points.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION AND WHERE TO WATCH: FLAMENGO X SÃO PAULO
📆 Date: July 12 (Saturday)
🕓 Time: 4:30 pm (Brasília time)
📍 Location: Maracanã, Rio de Janeiro (RJ)
📺 Broadcast: Globo and Premiere
👤 Referee: Wilton Pereira Sampaio (GO)
👥 Assistants: Bruno Boschilia (PR) and Bruno Raphael Pires (GO)
🎥 VAR: Braulio da Silva Machado (SC)
Probable lineups:
Flamengo : Rossi; Wesley, Leo Ortiz, Leo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Jorginho and De la Cruz; Luiz Araújo and Arrascaeta; Plata and Bruno Henrique.
Sovereign: Rafael; Sabino, Ferraresi and Alan Franco; Cédric Soares, Alisson, Marcos Antonio, Oscar and Enzo Díaz; Luciano and André Silva.
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