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Flamengo's Wesley draws attention from Atlético-MG player: “the best in Brazil”

Mengão's full-back has been standing out since the 2024 season and was even called up by the Brazilian National Team, which made Galo's defender surrender

Flamengo full-back Wesley received a lot of praise from Atlético-MG player - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

03 Abr 2025 | 14:13 |

Flamengo takes to the field this Thursday (03) to face Deportivo Táchira (VEN), in the first round of the Libertadores. However, one of the team's highlights this season, right-back Wesley , will not be available due to muscle fatigue. While recovering in Rio de Janeiro, the number 43 received praise from Natanael , from Atlético-MG.

the boy evolved absurdly"

“Over the past year, the boy (Wesley) has evolved a lot and today he has joined the Brazilian National Team. He is a guy I look up to , because I am as young as he is. Offensively, he has always had this intensity, but he has improved a lot defensively,” said the player on the Charla Podcast .

FLAMENGO PLANS TO SALE WESLEY

Having made great progress since the arrival of Filipe Luís , Wesley has attracted the attention of European giants such as Barcelona (ESP), Real Madrid (ESP) and Liverpool (ENG). Given this scenario, Flamengo knows that it will be difficult to keep the full-back after the next transfer window. The club hopes to negotiate the player for around 40 million euros (approximately R$ 246 million).

FLAMENGO DEBUTS IN THE LIBERTADORES WITHOUT WESLEY AND GERSON

Coach Filipe Luís will not be able to count on Wesley or Gerson for the opening match of the Libertadores, as both are showing signs of physical fatigue . Called up for the first time to the Brazilian National Team, the full-back played 101 minutes in the two friendlies of the FIFA Date in March, which contributed to his absence in the match.

FLAMENGO ON THE FIELD

Without Wesley, Flamengo faces Deportivo Táchira this Thursday (03), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at the Polideportivo Pueblo Nuevo Stadium. The match will be broadcast on Disney+ (streaming) and ESPN (pay TV).

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Rossi preaches focus on Flamengo despite dreaming of playing for the Argentine national team

The goalkeeper doesn't deny that reaching the current world champion is a goal, but says it's necessary to keep his head in his work at Mengão

Rossi doesn't deny his dream of wearing the Argentine national team shirt, but he urges focus on Flamengo - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

16 Set 2025 | 22:00 |

In a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, goalkeeper Agustín Rossi spoke about his desire to be called up to the Argentina national team , the current world champion. Despite his dream, the goalkeeper made it clear that his priority remains Flamengo.

Rossi on his dream of joining the Argentine national team: "My job is for Flamengo"

"Obviously, I've always wanted to be called up. I think Brazilian football is very strong, not only in South America, but worldwide as well. In the last call-up, there were players from here. But I'm not thinking about that right now . I think that if I do my job well, that call-up could come," Rossi stated.

TOTAL FOCUS ON FLAMENGO

The Argentine stressed that he keeps his feet on the ground and that his main goal is to continue showing consistency for the Rubro-Negro , who have the best defense in the Brasileirão, conceding only 10 goals in 22 games. At Maracanã, the Mais Querido conceded only three goals.

"I'm in no rush, because my job is for Flamengo , day to day, game to game. My biggest focus is to maintain this streak so that the call-up can come. Of course I have that desire, but I don't treat it as a requirement . I'm Flamengo's goalkeeper, I'm responsible for Flamengo. If the call-up comes, I'll welcome it," he added.

INCOME AND TITLES WITH THE MANTLE

Since joining Flamengo in 2023, Rossi has already won four titles. Last season, he was a key player in the undefeated Carioca Championship and also played in the Copa do Brasil victory. In 2025, he maintained his starting spot in the Supercopa do Brasil and the Campeonato Estadual . In total, he has represented Flamengo in 125 official matches, establishing himself as a pillar of the team.

Flamengo's Wesley draws attention from Atlético-MG player: “the best in Brazil”