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Inzaghi Prefers to Keep Darwin Núñez Over Marcos Leonardo

Arab football is facing a crisis, and as a result, some players are on their way out. Marcos Leonardo and Darwin Núñez, for example, have both been rumored to leave. Thus, both of their names have been speculated at Flamengo, but the coach wants to keep at least one of them.

According to the Saudi Arabian press, coach Inzaghi wants to keep Darwin Núñez and leave Marcos Leonardo on the market. However, the European transfer window is closed, while only the Brazilian and Russian windows remain open.

And What If the Players Want to Go to Europe?

The Arab press only mentions the intention and, therefore, does not reveal any concrete offers for either player. However, if any European club wants one of the two, they will have to wait until the mid-year transfer window and hope that the striker does not sign with anyone else until then.

Darwin Núñez at Flamengo?

Despite the market opportunity, the center-forward earns 16 million euros (R$ 98 million) per year, which is beyond the standards of the Mais Querido. A more feasible option is the Brazilian Marcos Leonardo.

The youngster, however, has decided to stay at Al-Hilal at least until June of this year. The player’s plan is to consider a new project starting in the second half of 2026, whether in Europe, Saudi Arabia, or Brazil.

When Is Flamengo’s Next Match?

Amid the search for a striker, Flamengo will face Sampaio Corrêa this Saturday (07) at Maracanã, for the sixth round of the Campeonato Carioca. The match is scheduled for 9 pm (Brasília time), with live coverage by Coluna do Fla.

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