"Facing Flamengo is special": Atlético Mineiro signing set for debut | OneFootball

Alexsander has previously faced Flamengo while at Fluminense

Atlético-MG has finalized the signing of midfielder Alexsander, formerly of Al Ahli Jeddah (SAU) and initially brought up by Fluminense. Upon landing at Confins International Airport in Belo Horizonte, the midfielder spoke about his agreement with the Minas Gerais team and projected the match against Flamengo, this Thursday (31).

— I'm very happy to be at Galo. I will do the medical tests, I don't know if I will be fit, but I will be at the coach's disposal. He called me, I'm very happy to work with Cuca [...] Playing against Flamengo is special, a big game. I like to play in various positions. Whatever is needed, I am ready to play —, said Alexsander, this Tuesday (29).

WHO IS ALEXSANDER?

Alexsander started in the Fluminense base and got his first opportunity in the main team in 2024, but was soon sold to Al Ahli Jeddah. After one season, the Brazilian midfielder returned to Brazil to sign with Atlético-MG for 6.6 million euros (R$ 41.8 million at the current exchange rate).

WILL HE PLAY AGAINST FLAMENGO?

In order to play against Flamengo, next Thursday (31), Alexsander's name needs to be registered in the Copa do Brasil. However, the Brazilian midfielder's name has not yet been published in the Daily Information Bulletin (BID) of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF). Therefore, the player awaits a decision.

WHEN IS THE GAME?

Thus, Flamengo faces Atlético-MG this Thursday (31), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, in a match valid for the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil. Therefore, the Coluna do Fla brings all the information before and after the clash.

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