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Iago was the author of the goal that leveled the score between Flamengo and Barcelona (ESP) at Maracanã

Hero of the U-20 World Cup victory for Flamengo last Saturday (23), defender Iago has been stirring up the backstage of the Carioca club. According to the portal 'GE', teams like Everton (ENG), Brentford (ENG), and Club Brugge (BEL) have inquired about the player.

Despite the interest, the Europeans have not formalized an official proposal. The only concrete offer received by Iago was from Bahia, at the request of coach Rogério Ceni. The Bahia club offered 2 million euros (about R$ 12.8 million), plus 20% of the rights in a future sale. However, the Rubro-Negro declined and claimed that the player is not available on the market.

How was Iago a hero?

Flamengo was losing 2-1 in front of a packed Maracanã. Defeat seemed imminent, but in the dying moments, right-back Daniel Sales launched a long ball that found Iago in the Barcelona (ESP) area. The defender headed the ball, lobbing the opposing goalkeeper, which took the match to penalties.

Where did the defender come from?

Iago is in his last year in the U-20 category and has a contract valid until December 2026. Therefore, the tendency is that Flamengo will renew his contract soon. However, the situation is closely monitored by Volta Redonda, the club that revealed Iago in the U-15 and holds 40% of his economic rights. Flamengo is responsible for the remaining 60% and would be willing to buy an additional 10% for R$ 500,000.

What are the upcoming competitions?

At 20 years old, Iago will still compete in the Campeonato Carioca U-20 and the Copa do Brasil for Flamengo in 2025. Besides the intercontinental title, the defender has already won the Copa do Brasil U-17, Supercopa do Brasil U-17, Campeonato Brasileiro U-20, South American U-20, and two Libertadores U-20.

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