Anthony Valencia arrives in Rio to sign for Flamengo | OneFootball

Anthony Valencia has arrived in Rio de Janeiro to sign for Flamengo, and will be club’s first signing of the current window.

According to Globo.com, the 23-year-old Ecuadorian forward comes from Belgium’s Royal Antwerp. He landed at Rio de Janeiro International Airport and did not speak to reporters.

The deal is understood to be worth around 5 million euros, R$ 30.08 million, for 100% of his rights. Royal Antwerp will retain 15% of any profit on a future sale.

Valencia joins to replace Plata, who was sold to Dynamo Moscow in recent days.

Developed by Independiente del Valle, Valencia was called up by Ecuador for the 2026 World Cup. He has 13 goals and seven assists for Royal Antwerp this season.

Flamengo are working against the clock to complete reinforcements. While the Brazilian window runs until 11 September, Conmebol’s registration deadline for the Libertadores quarter-finals is 4 September.

Source: Globo.com

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