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Flamengo 'stole' Emerson Royal from Besiktas (TUR)

Flamengo has closed the signing of Emerson Royal from Milan (ITA) after paying 9 million euros (R$ 58 million). In a press conference on Tuesday (29), the right-back highlighted the 'coup' that the Most Beloved pulled off on Besiktas (TUR).

— Everyone knows I was in negotiations with Besiktas. Everything was on track, even the ticket was bought. My agent told me about the proposal from Flamengo, they presented the project, very quickly -, he said, before concluding:

— When I received the proposal from Flamengo, I had no doubts and decided to accept. I have a great opportunity to wear the Flamengo jersey -, said Emerson Royal, in a press conference on Tuesday afternoon (29).

HOW DID FLAMENGO PULL OFF THE 'COUP'?

As mentioned, Besiktas was close to signing Emerson Royal. However, the Most Beloved appeared at the last minute and presented the project to the player. The player, therefore, accepted the proposal and landed in Rio to wear the Sacred Mantle.

HOW LONG DID EMERSON ROYAL SIGN FOR?

It's worth remembering that Flamengo and right-back Emerson Royal signed a contract valid for three and a half years, i.e., until the end of 2028. Now, the player is close to joining the team, since he is already registered in the Brazilian Football Confederation's (CBF) Daily Information Bulletin (BID).

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