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Defender appears among Flamengo's professionals under the care of Filipe Luís

Player worked with the coach at Mengão's under-20s, left good impressions and the commander spoke about being cautious with young players at the base

Carbone appears among Flamengo's starters under the care of Filipe Luís - Photo: Reproduction
Carbone appears among Flamengo's starters under the care of Filipe Luís - Photo: Reproduction

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Considered a promise from Flamengo's youth categories, defender Carbone—who also can play as a left-back — he returned to the main squad in 2025, a year after his first opportunity. Last Sunday (19), the defender participated in the duel against São Paulo for the FC Series, in the United States, playing the entire first half.


Left-handed and 1.87m tall, Carbone has not yet debuted as a professional in official competitions. In 2024, he was tested as a left-back by Tite during the pre-season, also in the United States. Now, under the command of Filipe Luís, the young player is used again, with the coach emphasizing the importance of not rushing the development of younger athletes, especially in the position defender.


"I know all the boys at the base, from under-15 to under-20. It's a little more delicate put in a defender, as was the case with Carbone and João. They can't make mistakes because any mistake is fatal," said Filipe Luís.


"We had to release Léo Pereira. We asked Cleiton to return, but he is also young and needs to gain minutes to become I was more tense for the defense because it's not easy for a defender to make his professional debut, as was the case with João today", added the coach.

Participation in the game against São Paulo


Carbone started in the first 45 minutes of the match before being replaced by João Victor at half-time. Once again, the young defendermade a good impression.

With the departure of experienced defenders such as David Luiz and Fabrício Bruno In recent weeks, Flamengo has resorted to the base to reinforce the defensive sector during the pre-season. In addition to Léo Ortiz and Léo Pereira, who returned to Brazil for personal reasons, Filipe Luís has been counting on only the club's young players to complete the defense.

If in his debut against Philadelphia Union, in 2024, the player showed nervousness, his performance against São Paulo was more solid. Carbone showed security in marking and his main characteristic: the quality of the ball output.

Using his left leg well, he looked for vertical passes to break the opponent's marking lines. Despite the high degree of difficulty of the plays, his initiative helped Flamengo to build offensive plays more efficiently. In the 28th minute, however, he made a mistake by missing a pass as the ball passed, allowing São Paulo a chance. Still, mistakes like this are expected in young players looking to take more risks.


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Pedro's agent will seek proposals to take him away from Flamengo, says journalist

The decision was made after a press conference with coach Filipe Luís, who exposed the striker's actions in a press conference this Saturday (12), after the victory over São Paulo

The businessman made the decision after a press conference with coach Filipe Luís, who exposed Pedro's actions at a press conference (Reproduction/ Flamengo)
The businessman made the decision after a press conference with coach Filipe Luís, who exposed Pedro's actions at a press conference (Reproduction/ Flamengo)

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After Flamengo's victory over São Paulo this Saturday (12), coach Filipe Luís spoke out about Pedro's actions in the club's daily life. The Mais Querido coach highlighted that the number 9 had unacceptable behavior. Therefore, the athlete's representatives will seek proposals for the player to leave Rubro-Negro.


" We're going to make an offer to Flamengo and try to find a way out ," a representative for Pedro told journalist Venê Casagrande. The response came after a press conference with coach Filipe Luís, who explained the reason for the player's departure.


FILIPE LUÍS DETONATES PEDRO'S ATTITUDES


Pedro was not included by Filipe Luís for the match against São Paulo this Saturday (12). Thus, the coach explained, in a press conference, that the player had unacceptable behavior. In addition, the coach stated that the number 9 should apologize and that he has been training below expectations.

"Pedro's behavior and attitude during the week was deplorable, bordering on ridiculous. Pedro has his personal issues with the club's board, but he's been training poorly for a while now. This week, however, he broke a clear principle we have as a coaching staff and players: training culture ," the coach emphasized before adding:


"For me, what he did was disrespectful, his behavior in training. I didn't hesitate for a moment to leave him out of this game, as this behavior can be contagious. I hope he recovers, apologizes to his teammates and goes back to being Pedro. It's not just a lack of respect for his teammates, it's also for himself, " said Filipe Luís .

PEDRO IN THE SEASON

Pedro returned from a serious injury a few months ago. Since then, the center forward has appeared in 17 matches for Flamengo. He has scored five goals and provided three assists for his teammates.


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Wesley talks about his chances of leaving Flamengo: "That's up to the board..."

The Mais Querido full-back is being targeted by Roma and other European giants, but has not yet received any official offer.

Flamengo's Wesley is being targeted by Roma and other European giants and could soon leave the club (Reproduction/ Flamengo)
Flamengo's Wesley is being targeted by Roma and other European giants and could soon leave the club (Reproduction/ Flamengo)

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Roma is watching Wesley, who is still being watched by other clubs and may be leaving Flamengo. The number 43 confirmed during halftime of the match against São Paulo that there is a chance he will leave the club soon.





Wesley talks about a possible departure from Flamengo: "This is a matter for Flamengo's board and my agents ."

WESLEY'S CURRENT SITUATION


Wesley's contract with Flamengo runs until December 2028. Flamengo is demanding €30 million (R$195 million) to sell the young full-back. The player has also made clear his desire to play for a European club.

Therefore, Wesley is one of Roma's (ITA) priorities. This is because the Italian team hired coach Gian Piero Gasperini, who was at Atalanta (ITA). The coach had even considered signing the full-back while he was still at the previous team, but negotiations failed.

ABOUT THAT...

Thus, while Wesley does not receive an official offer, Flamengo remains focused on the next commitments of the season. Rubro-Negro returns to the field on Wednesday (16), against Santos, at Vila Belmiro, at 8 pm.


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Flamengo updates the status of Ayrton Lucas and Alex Sandro - check it out

The Mais Querido pointed out the problems that the full-backs had; it is worth remembering that the Rubro-Negro's number 6 suffered a strong tackle from Enzo Diaz

Flamengo pointed out the problems that Ayrton Lucas and Alex Sandro had in the match against São Paulo (Reproduction/ Flamengo)
Flamengo pointed out the problems that Ayrton Lucas and Alex Sandro had in the match against São Paulo (Reproduction/ Flamengo)

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This Saturday (12), Flamengo beat São Paulo by 2-0, in a match valid for the 13th round of the Brasileirão. However, throughout the match, Mais Querido suffered two important losses: Alex Sandro and Ayrton Lucas. Thus, Rubro-Negro updated the situation of the athletes.


It is worth remembering that after a clash with Enzo Diaz, a deep cut was found on Ayrton Lucas ' leg. After the game, Flamengo issued a statement revealing "bone exposure" in the player's wound. In addition, the club took the opportunity to talk about the situation of Alex Sandro, who will undergo tests this Sunday (13).


AYRTON LUCAS' SITUATION


Left-back Ayrton Lucas suffered direct trauma to his left leg during the second half of the 2-0 victory over São Paulo, resulting in a blunt force trauma of approximately 8 cm. The player received local anesthesia in the locker room, where Flamengo doctor, Dr. Fernando Sassaki, cleaned and initially examined the wound. After confirming the bone exposure, a dressing was applied and the player was then sent for an x-ray, which ruled out a fracture in the region. Ayrton was taken to Barra D'Or Hospital, where he will undergo surgery. The player will remain hospitalized for at least 48 hours for antibiotics and infection prevention .

ALEX SANDRO


"The player felt pain in the posterior muscle of his left thigh in the first half of Flamengo 2 x 0 São Paulo. He will undergo an MRI scan on Sunday (13) ," Flamengo said in a statement issued to the press.

FOCUS ON THE NEXT GAME

Thus, with Alex Sandro and Ayrton Lucas being doubtful, it is likely that Filipe Luís will once again field Varela at left-back for Flamengo . Rubro-Negro returns to the field on Wednesday (16), against Santos, at Vila Belmiro, at 8 pm.


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