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Premier League Team Interested in Signing Flamengo Youth Academy Graduate

The transfer window hasn't opened yet, but nothing stops clubs from scouting players. Thus, Brentford (ENG) is eyeing Iago, a young 20-year-old defender who has already decided a U-20 Club World Cup and is a two-time Libertadores champion in the category.

According to communicator Flazoeiro, Brentford has a strong interest in signing Iago and is considering making an offer in the next window. The defender trains with the professionals at Flamengo and has a contract until the end of 2026.

What is Brentford's Situation?

Currently, the team interested in Iago occupies the 12th position in the Premier League, the English Championship. The Flamengo player would join as the third Brazilian in the team alongside Igor Thiago and Gustavo Nunes.

How is Iago at Flamengo?

Currently among the professionals, Iago is one of the names in Flamengo's U-20 team. In the Club World Cup of the category, the defender became a crucial piece in Mengão's victory over Barcelona (ESP) at Maracanã.

This is because, in the last play of the game, Iago rose in the area and leveled the score, taking the final to penalties. In the shootout, the defender showed great composure and scored a Panenka for Mengão.

What is Flamengo's Next Game?

With Iago available, Flamengo faces Red Bull Bragantino this Saturday (22). The match kicks off at 9:30 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã, for the 35th round of the Brazilian Championship.

Then, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, the Flamengo vs. Bragantino game is a broadcast by Premiere (pay-per-view).

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