Lyon full-back clears up rumour of Flamengo bid | OneFootball

What did Abner, Lyon’s (FRA) left back, say about rumors of a Flamengo offer?

Flamengo is keeping an eye on market opportunities as it awaits the opening of the transfer window. Amid this, the name of left back Abner, from Lyon (FRA), has been mentioned in recent weeks as a possible target to strengthen the red-and-black side. However, reality contradicts the speculation that has been circulating.

After Lyon’s win over FC Saint-Gall (FRA) in a friendly last Saturday (11), Abner denied the rumors that gained traction during his vacation in Brazil. In this way, the player emphasized that no talks took place with Flamengo’s board and reaffirmed his commitment to preparation in France.

— To be honest, I didn’t speak or hear anything during the vacation. Some people were saying I was going to Brazil. Of course I did, but to enjoy my vacation, not to join Flamengo. I was always focused on Lyon, I didn’t even speak with another club, I’m focused on preparing here, I like working here -, he clarified in an interview with ‘Ouest-France’.

In addition, Abner also made a point of highlighting how happy he is with his current path in Europe, where he believes he has rediscovered his best technical form. Even in the face of early difficulties due to the physical demands of the French league, the adaptation happened satisfactorily.

IS THERE A CONNECTION WITH AGENTS?

It is known that Flamengo’s board, led by president Luiz Eduardo Baptista, ‘Bap,’ and football director José Boto, has an excellent relationship with Hugo Garcia, Abner’s agent. The two sides even completed the transfer of Samuel Lino from Atlético de Madrid (ESP) last year.

However, that professional closeness did not lead to any real move for Abner. Flamengo did not make a formal offer for the player.

DID FLAMENGO RENEW A FULL-BACK’S CONTRACT?

Meanwhile, Flamengo has moved forward with a contract renewal for Alex Sandro until December 2027. Ayrton Lucas, the other left back in the squad, also remains in the coaching staff’s plans, with no offers for him to leave Gávea.

WHO EMERGES AS AN ALTERNATIVE?

Within the youth ranks, Johnny appears as an option at left back. The 19-year-old, originally a center back, has shown versatility and personality on the pitch.

During the mid-season training period held in Portugal, the player took part in two matches and earned the trust of coach Leonardo Jardim. According to Coluna do Fla’s reporting, the youngster’s performance was very well received, showing that the academy can provide immediate solutions without high costs to Flamengo’s budget.

WHEN DOES THE TRANSFER WINDOW OPEN?

The transfer window runs from July 20 to September 11. José Boto confirmed, in an exclusive interview with Coluna do Fla, that the club is looking for three new players for the rest of the season.

However, the plan is to respect the club’s financial reality. The executive reinforced the need for budget responsibility, ruling out any reckless spending. Therefore, the board is prioritizing signings within balanced parameters to maintain the club’s financial health.

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