Plata tries to make peace with Flamengo on social media | OneFootball

Gonzalo Plata played again in the Sacred Jersey after time away at Flamengo

Gonzalo Plata seems to have reconsidered his recent attitude toward Flamengo. That is because, this Monday (06), the Ecuadorian decided to follow the rubro-negro club’s profile on Instagram again. The gesture came after his time away and the FIFA international break.

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However, the forward has not restored all the photos in the Sacred Jersey that he had hidden on his own Instagram profile. The only Flamengo-related post still visible is the Libertadores trophy in the player’s arms.

But why had Plata unfollowed Flamengo?

Since the arrival of Leonardo Jardim, the winger had been playing less and less. Asked about it, the coach explained that the player had “integration difficulties.” As a result, the media began to highlight controversies involving the number 50 off the pitch.

Given the situation, Fla considered negotiating the player after the 2026 World Cup. The Portuguese coach did not oppose the idea, but before making a final decision, the Rubro-Negro believes it needs to sign a replacement before selling the Ecuadorian.

Will Plata turn things around?

After starting for the Ecuador national team during the March FIFA international break, Plata returned to Flamengo but did not play against Red Bull Bragantino. That was because the forward was dealing with physical fatigue, but he returned to action in the following match.

On Sunday (05), the number 50 came on in place of Jorge Carrascal in the match against Santos. Then, in just a few minutes, the rubro-negro forward provided the assist for Lucas Paquetá’s goal, the third in Mengão’s win in the 10th round of the Brasileirão.

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