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Flamengo’s Football Director Explains the Delay in Announcing a New Player

Of the players they tried to sign, Flamengo faced disappointment with all the forwards. As a result, there is anticipation to find out who the next target will be for the attacking position. However, football director José Boto makes it clear that it can’t be just any striker.

— We don’t want just a striker, but the striker. He has to have certain characteristics, fit into our style of play… it’s not just a striker to be Pedro’s substitute — Boto emphasized, adding that:

— But with different characteristics, and it’s not easy to find. And if we don’t find him, we’re not going to sign someone just to say we have a goal scorer — the director pointed out.

Which Strikers Has Flamengo Already Tried to Sign?

The first choice for the Red and Black was Kaio Jorge, from Cruzeiro. After three offers were made, however, the Belo Horizonte team decided to renew the player’s contract to avoid further approaches from Flamengo.

Thus, Mengão also tried to sign Taty Castellanos, who was at Lazio (ITA). However, the Argentine did not wish to return to South American football. So, the player accepted an offer from West Ham (ENG).

So, Does Boto’s Flamengo Already Have a New Target?

The Red and Black still have an interest in Kaio Jorge, as the player’s release clause was reduced with the contract renewal. However, the plan for the 2025 Brasileirão top scorer is a long-term one. At the moment, though, there is no official target besides Lucas Paquetá, who is a midfielder.

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.