José Boto in Argentina to meet Thiago Almada's agent, Flamengo target | OneFootball

Flamengo wants a decision from Thiago Almada as soon as possible

The transfer window remains open until September 11. However, with an eye on strengthening the squad for the Copa Libertadores round of 16, Flamengo is racing against time to reach an outcome in negotiations for midfielder Thiago Almada.

According to a joint report by reporters Nathalia Coelho and Mônica Alves from Coluna do Fla, Flamengo football director José Boto traveled to Argentina last weekend. The information was first published by the newspaper ‘Olé’.

Also according to Coluna do Fla, while in Argentina, José Boto met with Thiago Almada’s agent, Agustín Jiménez. Although he has already returned to Rio de Janeiro, the executive is awaiting a decision on the negotiations as soon as possible.

Why is Flamengo in a hurry?

Because of the deadline to register new signings for the Copa Libertadores, Flamengo is racing against time to get an answer from Thiago Almada. That is because the Rubro-Negro must submit the list of players registered for the round of 16 of the South American competition by Friday (07), at 6 p.m. (Brasília time).

How much would Thiago Almada cost Flamengo?

Flamengo’s deal for Thiago Almada is valued at around 27 million euros (about R$ 158.2 million at the current exchange rate). In addition, it could rise to 30 million euros (R$ 175.8 million) depending on contractual targets and agreed bonuses being met.

At the moment, River Plate (ARG) is still trying to convince Almada that it has a better offer than Flamengo’s. As a result, the Argentine is close to deciding which South American club he will join, given that no offer has arrived from Europe.

Do Fla have a ‘Plan B’?

Yes! In short, José Boto has also stepped up talks over the ‘Plan B’. The player in question is Luiz Henrique, who plays as a winger in attack. It is worth noting that Flamengo’s goal is to bring in at least one of the two players during this transfer window.

Flamengo’s idea is that, if the worst-case scenario happens in the negotiations for Thiago Almada, Luiz Henrique would serve as a ‘Plan B’, with strong potential to progress. Although the players do not play in the same position, both are attacking players and are therefore considered excellent options for Leonardo Jardim’s team.

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