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Santino Andino is officially the new signing for Panathinaikos (GRE)

Panathinaikos (GRE) announced this Friday (16) the signing of the promising Santino Andino, who was previously with Godoy Cruz (ARG). The Argentine youngster had been in the news at Flamengo through the Argentine press, regarding the supposed interest from the red-and-black club in the 20-year-old athlete. To secure the young talent, the Greeks paid 10 million euros (R$ 62 million at the current exchange rate).

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According to the Argentine newspaper ‘Olé’, Flamengo and River Plate (ARG) made good offers for Andino. However, the dream of playing in Europe weighed heavily for the youngster, who chose the European club. Thus, Panathinaikos announced Andino with a video featuring tourist attractions and typical foods from Argentina on social media.

WHO IS SANTINO ANDINO?

Regarded as a gem in Argentine football, Santino Andino is a left winger with experience in the youth national teams of Messi and Maradona’s country. In fact, last year, he played in the South American Championship and the U-20 World Cup, with 12 games, one goal, and one assist across both tournaments.

At Godoy Cruz, Andino scored six goals and provided three assists in 30 matches in Argentine football last year. The left winger made his professional debut in 2024, when he scored twice and assisted teammates on two occasions in 14 matches.

IS A FORWARD A PRIORITY FOR FLAMENGO?

The first attempt at a major investment by Flamengo in the transfer market was for a forward: Kaio Jorge, from Cruzeiro. However, after receiving negative responses, Mengão shifted its focus to the midfield. Now, the big dream is Lucas Paquetá.

Thus, Flamengo is only expected to invest in the attack during the mid-year transfer window. The club is even monitoring the situation at West Ham (ENG), which has Taty Castellanos. If the team is relegated to the second division of England in May, Mengão is expected to make a new move for the Argentine player.

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