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At just eight years old, Nathanzinho made history

Since the departure and success of Vini Jr at Real Madrid (ESP), Spanish media outlets have been paying close attention to the promising players of Flamengo. This Sunday (17), the website of the newspaper 'Marca' highlighted a gem from Mengão who is only eight years old: Nathanzinho. The boy made the news this week by signing a contract with Nike, becoming the youngest in the club's history to achieve this feat.

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"Signs with Nike at eight years old. The latest prodigy from Flamengo. He's attracting attention from around the world, the new gem from Flamengo's youth team. Check out his best plays", wrote 'Marca' this Sunday (17), with a photo of the boy signing with Nike along with a highlight reel, in which the youngster shows off his impressive skills, including tricks, nutmegs, and stunning goals.

WHAT DID NATHANZINHO DO TO ATTRACT NIKE'S ATTENTION?

Fast and with a great ability to dribble, Nathanzinho charmed Nike, who approached the boy and signed the contract last week. In 2024, the youngster was the champion and top scorer of the Carioca Championship Under-8, with 18 goals in the campaign. In addition, the number 10 was a standout at the Ibercup in Rio de Janeiro, scoring 11 goals.

WAS MARCA THE FIRST EUROPEAN TO HIGHLIGHT NATHANZINHO?

Making headlines this Sunday (17) in Spain, Nathanzinho was also featured in 'A Bola', from Portugal, last Thursday (14). This is because the newspaper also highlighted the contract the boy signed with Nike and warned: "he's going to make a lot of noise in the future". Later, on Instagram, the youngster celebrated the new deal.

"I want to thank God and my family first and foremost, and everyone who is believing in me. This is another very important step in my long journey", wrote Nathanzinho on social media, about the contract signed with the American company Nike.

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This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.