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Erick Pulgar recovers from fracture in the fifth metatarsal of the right foot

The midfielder Erick Pulgar is close to making his return for Flamengo. This is because the number 5 is in the final stages of recovery from the fracture in the fifth metatarsal of his right foot. The player has already started the physical conditioning phase.

Thus, Pulgar could become an option for coach Filipe Luís after the FIFA break. The Chilean is already training on the field, but separately from the rest of the group and accompanied by a physiotherapist. The return is expected to be gradual.

The first match after the FIFA break will be against Botafogo at Nilton Santos on October 15. Therefore, it is likely that Pulgar will be left out on this occasion, as the pitch is synthetic, a material considered prone to injuries.

Is there anyone else in the medical department?

Besides Pulgar, the medical department of Flamengo is treating Léo Pereira, who experienced pain in his right foot during the game against Corinthians on Sunday (28). Additionally, Michael has discomfort in his ankle and Matías Viña experienced stomach discomfort in the last match.

When will the players be reevaluated?

The athletes will report back this Tuesday (30) at 9:30 AM (Brasília time) at the George Helal Training Center. Besides the training session, Flamengo will hold a press conference with right-back Emerson Royal and will pay tribute to Filipe Luís, who completes one year as the coach of the Rubro-Negro.

What is Flamengo's next game?

Flamengo is starting to focus on the first 'final' of the Brasileirão. This is because, on Thursday (02), Filipe Luís's team will face Cruzeiro at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã, for the 26th round of the championship.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will provide the best coverage on the internet, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Premiere (pay-per-view) and SporTV (cable channel) will broadcast the match between Flamengo and Cruzeiro.

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