Rodinei and Emerson Royal trade jibes after Flamengo unveil new signing | OneFootball

Emerson Royal is compared to Rodinei by Flamengo fans

Right-backs, fast and with the number 22 Flamengo jersey on their backs. New reinforcement of Mengão, Emerson Royal has a lot in common with Rodinei, a former player of the Rubro-Negro. In a press conference held on Tuesday (29), the ex-Milan player was questioned about who is more handsome and did not hesitate, leaving 'Rodilindo' in second place. However, the Olympiakos (GRE) winger made a point of responding.

“RodiLindo only exists one. Nickname that more than 42 million fans gave me. So, that's it. Period. Emerson Royal, why are you crying? We're together, my brother. All the success in the world for you with the Mengão jersey”, joked Rodinei, in a post on social media. Still on the internet, Royal replied: “Rodilindo only in the nickname. It even rhymed (laughs). We're together, brother”.

WHAT DID EMERSON ROYAL SAY?

During a press conference at Ninho do Urubu, Emerson Royal heard a question about the similarities with Rodinei. Then, the ex-Milan interrupted. “Ah no… dude, don't start with that Rodinei chat, no. I (am more handsome and win in style). You can look at my Instagram”, said the 26-year-old athlete, drawing laughter from those present.

WHEN WILL EMERSON ROYAL DEBUT FOR FLAMENGO?

Without playing since January due to a calf injury, Emerson Royal is recovered from the physical problem. However, he needs to regain his game rhythm. Therefore, the reinforcement is unlikely to take the field this Thursday (31), when Flamengo faces Atlético-MG, for the Copa do Brasil.

However, the side is already regularized in the Daily Information Bulletin (BID) of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) and is registered by Flamengo in national competitions. The athlete arrives at the club to replace Wesley, sold to Roma, Italy.

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