Former Flamengo man Filipe Luís gets papers ready for next move | OneFootball

Chelsea (ENG) and Benfica (POR) are the main clubs interested in Filipe Luís

Filipe Luís was dismissed by Flamengo at the beginning of March after the 8-0 thrashing over Madureira in the Campeonato Carioca. Now, the coach is working behind the scenes to continue his career in Europe and is racing against time to obtain the necessary licenses.

According to ESPN Brasil, Filipe Luís’ agent, Jorge Mendes, is leading this move and working to open doors in the Premier League. The goal is to make an opportunity possible despite the strict requirements of local football.

At the moment, the main obstacle preventing Filipe Luís from taking over clubs in English football is the UEFA Pro License. The document is mandatory to manage clubs even in England’s second division. Therefore, without the certification, the situation becomes unworkable.

So, Filipe Luís and Jorge Mendes are still racing against time. The former Flamengo coach’s staff is seeking legal and administrative solutions with the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) to speed up and validate the required document.

WHAT IS FILIPE LUÍS’ SITUATION?

Filipe Luís is one of the names being considered by Chelsea (ENG) to replace Liam Rosenior, who was recently dismissed by the English club. The Premier League side has other options on the list, but the former Flamengo man, having experience at the club itself, is gaining momentum.

In addition to Chelsea, Filipe Luís is also a target for another club in European football: Benfica (POR). The Portuguese club could lose José Mourinho soon, as the coach is a target for Real Madrid (ESP), negotiations are ongoing, and he is expected to resign.

WHAT ABOUT FLAMENGO?

Flamengo, Filipe Luís’ former team, remain focused on the upcoming challenges under the command of Leonardo Jardim. Mengão face Independiente Medellín (COL) at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) on Thursday (07), in the fourth round of the Copa Libertadores.

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