Plata speaks out for first time after controversies and rumours at Flamengo | OneFootball

After the draw between Ecuador and Morocco, the Flamengo forward spoke about his current situation at the club

Gonzalo Plata, Flamengo’s forward, spoke for the first time after the recent controversies involving his name gained attention. On duty with the Ecuadorian National Team during the FIFA international break, the player spoke after the draw with Morocco on Friday (27) and commented on the moment he is experiencing at the red-and-black club.

“Being here with my teammates (in the national team) makes me forget everything that is happening outside my surroundings, where my team is. So, I’m very happy,” said Plata after the match at the Metropolitano Stadium in Madrid.

WHAT ARE THE CONTROVERSIES INVOLVING PLATA?

Gonzalo Plata is going through a period of uncertainty at Flamengo. Unable to establish a consistent run under Leonardo Jardim, the forward is also dealing with fallout from off-field issues that have caused discomfort among directors and fans.

In addition, after episodes exposed in the media, Plata took actions that increased the repercussions of the case. The Ecuadorian removed photos wearing the Flamengo shirt from social media, kept only the image with the Libertadores trophy and then unfollowed the club.

Amid this scenario, Cruzeiro even showed interest in signing the number 19. However, according to reporting by Coluna do Fla, a source linked to the club said the board chose not to continue the talks. Even so, despite a contract valid until 2029, the forward’s future in the next transfer window remains uncertain.

WHAT ABOUT THE FIFA INTERNATIONAL BREAK?

After starting against Morocco, scoring a goal and also conceding a penalty, Gonzalo Plata remains available to coach Sebastián Beccacece with the Ecuadorian National Team. Now, the team returns to the pitch on Tuesday (31), when it faces the Netherlands at 3:45 p.m. (Brasília time) at Philips Stadion in Eindhoven.

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