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29-year-old Colombian player is versatile and has played for Boca Juniors, Argentina

While athletes and the coaching staff deal with the Intercontinental, the management of Flamengo is active in the transfer market. Thus, the Rubro-Negro has secured the signing of forward Sebastián Villa from Independiente Rivadavia (ARG), according to journalist Daniel Pérez.

Initially, Flamengo made an offer of 6 million dollars (about R$ 32 million). However, the Argentinians rejected it, and the new offer of 8.5 million dollars (about R$ 46 million) was accepted.

Who is Sebastián Villa?

The 29-year-old Colombian is expected to join Flamengo at the beginning of the next season. Initially, Villa is coming to compete for a spot on the left wing of the attack, where the starter is Samuel Lino.

However, the 1.79m tall player has already played in other offensive roles, such as second striker and right wing. Against Defensa y Justicia (ARG), for example, the player played alongside the center forward and provided an assist in the 2-0 victory.

Where has the new Flamengo player played before?

Besides Independiente Rivadavia, the Colombian started his career at Tolima (COL), which sold him to Boca Juniors (ARG). After his stint with the Argentine giant, Villa played in Bulgaria for a brief season before returning to Argentina.

When does Flamengo play again?

Still without Sebastián Villa, Flamengo faces Pyramids (EGY) this Saturday (13), in the Intercontinental semifinal. Coluna do Fla TV will provide details of the match on YouTube, as well as on the website and social media.

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