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Argentine winger will wear the No. 30 shirt at Flamengo

Flamengo officially announced the signing of Joaquín Freitas this Tuesday (01). Therefore, the club confirmed its second signing of this transfer window. In addition, the Rubro-Negro revealed that the Argentine will wear the No. 30 shirt during his time at Fla.

Michael, Pablo, Bruno Viana, Thuler, and Adryan wore the No. 30 in previous spells at Flamengo. Therefore, Joaquín Freitas takes on a number with recent history in the first team.

Joaquín Freitas signs contract until 2031

The forward signed a contract with Flamengo running until 2031. That way, the club secures the youngster on a long-term deal. It is worth noting that Joaquín Freitas is considered one of the most promising recent talents in Argentine football.

What did Joaquín Freitas say about Flamengo?

“Flamengo is a very big club, with fans who support and always follow the team. That motivates me and makes me very happy. I will give everything for this shirt, fight for every ball as if it were the last, and I hope I can bring joy to the Nation. I really want to live this experience and get to know the Maracanã with all the fans together,” said Joaquín Freitas.

From San Fernando to Flamengo: Joaquín Freitas’ journey

Born in San Fernando, Argentina, Freitas began his career at Acassuso (ARG). The forward made his professional debut for the club in May 2023, at the age of 16. Then, in the following season, the youngster moved to River Plate (ARG).

At River Plate, Joaquín Freitas stayed until 2026 and became one of the main names in the squad. As a result, his strong performances caught the attention of Flamengo’s board in the South American market. In total, the youngster has 64 career appearances, with 12 goals and five assists.

Has Joaquín Freitas already worn the Argentina shirt?

Considered one of River Plate’s top prospects, Joaquin Freitas received his first Argentina call-up during this year’s June FIFA international window. The forward played nine minutes in the friendly between the ‘hermanos’ and Honduras, which ended in a 2-0 South American victory.

What did the deal between Flamengo and River Plate look like?

According to reporting by Rock Hudson, from Coluna do Fla, and Gabriel Orphão, from the Paparazzo Rubro-Negro channel, the agreement provides for a payment of 7 million euros. In Brazilian reais, the amount is around R$ 42 million for the transfer. Thus, that sum gives Flamengo 80% of the forward’s economic rights, while River Plate keeps the remaining percentage.

When will Joaquín Freitas make his debut in a Flamengo shirt?

It is worth noting that Joaquín Freitas had been playing for River Plate, meaning fitness is not an issue for the player. However, Flamengo still need to register the signing in the CBF’s Daily Information Bulletin (BID).

Therefore, Joaquín Freitas is a doubt for the match between Flamengo and Mirassol this Wednesday (02), in a postponed game from the fourth round of the Brasileirão. Kickoff is at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) at the Maracanã.

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