Filipe Luís warns about Flamengo’s two new signings ahead of their debut | OneFootball

Flamengo presents Saúl Ñíguez and Emerson Royal to the fans at Maracanã

Last Sunday (27), Flamengo defeated Atlético-MG 1-0 in a match valid for the 17th round of the Brazilian Championship. After the match, coach Filipe Luís spoke about the debut dates of the two new reinforcements announced by Mais Querido: Saúl Ñíguez and Emerson Royal.

In a press conference, Filipe Luís revealed that he spoke with both Saúl and Emerson Royal. In addition, the Flamengo coach gave hints about which of the athletes has a chance to debut first with the Manto Sagrado. In this case, the right-back is likely to precede the midfielder.

— I spoke with both. Saúl hasn't played since May, he was training without a ball. He's conditioned, but he needs more time. Emerson (Royal) was doing preseason. Maybe we'll count on him a little sooner. But I think they won't take long - , he said.

When were the signings announced?

announced?

During the last week, Flamengo announced two signings for the remainder of the 2025 season. First, Mais Querido officially announced the arrival of Saúl Ñíguez, ex-Atlético de Madrid (ESP). Then, Rubro-Negro confirmed the arrival of Emerson Royal, ex-Milan (ITA).

Thus, it was defined that both players have a link with Mais Querido for three and a half years, that is, until December 2028. While Saúl Ñíguez has already given a press conference, Emerson Royal will still be presented at Ninho do Urubu.

Despite this, both Saúl and Emerson Royal went to Maracanã for the Flamengo match against Atlético-MG. At the stadium, the two were presented to the fans and had their first contact with the Rubro-Negra Nation. Finally, the duo cheered for Mais Querido directly from the stands.

And now?

Now, Flamengo turns the key to focus on the dispute of the Copa do Brasil. This is because, on Thursday (31), Mais Querido reencounters Atlético-MG, in the round of 16 of the knockout tournament. Thus, the teams face each other again at Maracanã, starting at 9:30 pm (Brasília time).

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