Flamengo turn down Bahia’s offer for defender | OneFootball

Iago was on Bahia's radar, but Flamengo does not intend to sell the defender at the moment

Flamengo is monitoring the market during the transfer window, but at the same time, it needs to deal with approaches from other clubs for players in its squad. Recently, Bahia attempted to sign the defender Iago, who was developed in the youth categories of the red-black club.

The Bahia team made an offer for the defender last week. However, Flamengo immediately refused and reaffirmed its decision not to negotiate youth players until the end of the 2025 season.

IS IAGO GETTING OPPORTUNITIES IN THE PROFESSIONAL TEAM?

Despite standing out in the youth categories, Iago has not been able to secure opportunities in the professional team of Flamengo. This season, the defender has not even played for the main team, appearing on the bench in only three games.

It is important to note that at the end of this season, Iago will turn 21 and reach the age limit for the youth categories. However, there are no clear signs that the defender will be utilized in the main squad. Meanwhile, other defenders are gaining more prestige with coach Filipe Luís, such as Cleiton and the young João Victor.

WILL IAGO PLAY IN THE WORLD CUP?

While not receiving chances in Filipe Luís's team, Iago is expected to appear as a starter in the Flamengo under-20 team that will face Barcelona (ESP) in the final of the category's World Cup, scheduled for August 23 at Maracanã. The young defender remains an important piece in the youth team and will have the opportunity to shine again in the category's competitions.

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