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What is the jersey number that Saúl Ñíguez will wear at Flamengo?

There's a new player at Mengão! This Wednesday (23), Flamengo announced the signing of Saúl Ñíguez, the club's first signing in the mid-year transfer window. In the announcement, the Rubro-Negro revealed that the Spanish midfielder will wear the number eight jersey.

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The number was vacant at Flamengo since Gerson left for Zenit (RUS). Thus, Saúl arrives and takes on the number 8 jersey for Mengão. The player even wore the same number when he played for Atlético de Madrid, Spain.

WHAT IS SAÚL'S CONTRACT DURATION WITH FLAMENGO?

Saúl Ñíguez signed a contract with Flamengo for three and a half years, that is, until December 2028. Thus, the experienced 30-year-old midfielder arrives to strengthen the team's midfield and aims to make history with the Sacred Mantle.

Saúl's arrival in Rio de Janeiro took place on the afternoon of last Tuesday (22), at Galeão Airport. As soon as the plane landed, the athlete headed towards the journalists present, capturing the moment. Additionally, the player greeted and took photos with the fans present at the location.

WHEN WILL SAÚL DEBUT FOR FLAMENGO?

After signing the contract, the expectation now is to know when Saúl will debut for Flamengo. The upcoming activities will be crucial for Filipe Luís to determine the timeline for the athlete to enter the field with the Sacred Mantle for the first time.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO'S NEXT MATCH?

Still without Saúl, Flamengo faces Red Bull Bragantino this Wednesday (23), for the 16th round of the Brasileirão. The match kicks off at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Cícero de Souza Marques Stadium. Coluna do Fla, as usual, will show the behind-the-scenes and Filipe Luís's interview on YouTube. Finally, Rede Globo (open channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the match.

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