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What happened to Alexsander, the center back who came through Flamengo’s youth ranks?

With the European season over, players are enjoying their vacation. Making the most of his days off, Alexsandro Ribeiro, who spent time in Flamengo’s youth system, ‘swapped’ Lille (FRA) for ABC, a fourth-division team in the Brasileirão.

Through social media, Alexsandro shared his training routine this Thursday (11). In the session, the center back was wearing an ABC shirt. Along with the video, the defender thanked Fabão, who plays for the Rio Grande do Norte team, for the gift.

Even while wearing the ABC shirt, Alexsandro remains a Lille player in France. The center back, who was considered a candidate to represent Brazil at the World Cup, has a contract with the French club until June 2028.

HAS ALEXSANDRO RIBEIRO ALREADY PLAYED FOR FLAMENGO?

At the very start of his career, Alexsandro Ribeiro had a brief spell in Flamengo’s youth ranks. After that, the center back moved to Europe, where he continues to build his story in football.

In short, his first professional club was Praiense (POR). After standing out for the club in the third division, Chaves (POR) signed the center back. Finally, in 2022, Lille completed the signing of the former Flamengo player.

DOES ALEXSANDRO RIBEIRO WANT TO PLAY FOR FLAMENGO?

It is important to point out that, despite having played only briefly in Brazil, Alexsandro does not hide his desire to return to playing in his home country. In a recent interview, the center back even made it clear that Flamengo would be his priority if he returns.

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