Zubeldía happy with centre-backs, open to new signings | OneFootball

After the victory over Bangu, coach Luis Zubeldía commented on Fluminense’s current defensive moment and said he is satisfied with the options he has at his disposal. Even so, he did not rule out the possibility of new reinforcements.— I have the advantage of having three center-backs who fit well together. All three are good defenders. Then I have Igor (Rabello), who would be the fourth center-back, and he’s the one who has played the least. For now, we’re fine. If opportunities arise that can generate internal competition, that can give us a bit more security in case we have injuries or suspensions at some point in the season, they will always be welcome — he stated.The coach emphasized that the transfer market remains open, but made it clear that only “quality” players will be signed.

— It’s not that the market is closed for us, the market is open. Anything that can add to the squad will be welcome. But it has to be of quality, because signing just for the sake of signing doesn’t make sense. You ask me: am I happy with the defenders I have? Yes, I’m happy. That’s also why the team, from last year until now, has had a run with few goals conceded — he added.Behind the scenes, Fluminense is making moves. According to ESPN Brasil, Tricolor made an offer of 6 million euros (about R$ 37 million) for defender Adryelson, formerly of Botafogo, but the amount was rejected by Al Wasl, the player’s current club.The team from the United Arab Emirates wants to receive something above 8 million euros (approximately R$ 49 million) to release the player. Even so, Flu has not given up and is considering sending a new offer with the same 6 million euros, but adding performance-based bonuses.In addition to Adryelson, Flu also dreams of bringing Nino back. The defender belongs to Zenit, which does not intend to negotiate him before the end of the Russian Championship, in the middle of the year.

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