Young academy players impress in Corinthians training sessions | OneFootball

The transfer ban prevented Corinthians from signing new players, but it made room for young talents from the youth academy to join the main squad. Many youngsters who have been training with the professionals in recent days caught the eye during activities, as happened this Wednesday.

The Gazeta Esportiva report followed the morning session, which was open to the press at the Dr. Joaquim Grava Training Center. Some "Filhos do Terrão" participated in the training and were closely observed by coach Dorival Júnior.

(Photo: André da Silva Costa/Gazeta Press)

Besides Gui Negão, with four goals in the last six games, right-back João Victor, known as ‘Jacaré’, and midfielder André Luiz, who have been included in Corinthians' match squads, took the opportunity to showcase their skills. The duo stood out in the training session.

André, who debuted last Saturday in the 1-0 victory over Fluminense at Maracanã, demonstrated good tackling ability and area penetration. Meanwhile, Jacaré made impressive plays on the right side, even executing a beautiful nutmeg on Angileri.

Other "Filhos do Terrão" were also called to join the activities. They were: midfielder Victor Dourado, midfielder Lucas Molina, and forward Nicolas Araújo. However, their participation was more discreet.

Dorival watching closely

In the absence of new signings, Dorival is increasingly attentive to the youth academy players. In fact, last Tuesday, he and football executive Fabinho Soldado watched the under-20 team's training. The aim is to monitor young talents who might be promoted to the main squad.

How was the training?

The morning began with physical activation on the field, followed by a rondo exercise and speed sprints. Next, the players engaged in an activity focused on offensive transitions, with numerical superiority.

Finally, the group was divided by bibs for a drill focused on pressing during ball exit. The defenders of one team started playing, while the athletes from the other team attempted to steal the ball.

At certain moments, Dorival Júnior paused the activities to give instructions.

(Photo: André da Silva Costa/Gazeta Press)

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