Ex-Flamengo star David Luiz explains Cyprus move: "Here there is..." | OneFootball

Defender David Luiz won two Copa do Brasil titles and one Libertadores with Flamengo

After a successful spell at Flamengo and a discreet one at Fortaleza, defender David Luiz has returned to Europe. Thus, the former Flamengo player stated this Wednesday (01) that he transferred to Pafos (CYP) because of his ambition for a new challenge.

“When the opportunity at Pafos FC came up, I felt it was the right choice — a new challenge in a place full of energy. I understand that I am a major new signing for the club,” David Luiz highlighted in an interview with the website Transfermarkt, adding that:

“There is quality and great passion here from the fans. Pafos and other Cypriot teams have shown they can compete at a high level in Europe. This demonstrates the progress and ambitions of football here,” stated the defender.

What is the context of David Luiz in Cyprus?

After winning two Copa do Brasil titles and one Libertadores with Flamengo, David Luiz says he had an agreement to renew his contract with Mengão. However, management changed and the defender was left without a club.

Soon after, Fortaleza announced the signing of David Luiz. However, the defender also did not find space in the northeastern team. He played only 16 matches for the team from Ceará and then had his contract terminated. Shortly after, Pafos announced the player.

Did off-field controversies play a role?

As soon as his contract with Fortaleza was terminated, rumors began to circulate about David Luiz allegedly cheating on his wife Bruna Loureiro with social worker Francisca Karollainy. The extramarital affair is said to have taken place while he was still in Ceará.

The defender confirmed exchanging messages with the woman from Ceará, but denied accusations of having threatened her with death. The former Flamengo player also stated that his move to Cyprus had nothing to do with the case.

Has the defender already played for Pafos?

With David Luiz on the field, Bayern Munich (GER) thrashed Pafos 5-1. The lopsided score happened in the second round of the Champions League at the home of the Cypriot team, who are debuting in the tournament.

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