Palmeiras unveil Andreas: Libertadores final error behind him | OneFootball

Officially introduced by Palmeiras this Thursday, at the Football Academy, Andreas Pereira, on his return to Brazilian football, commented on the controversial play of the 2021 Libertadores final, when he was still defending Flamengo. On that occasion, the player slipped and lost the ball to Deyverson, who scored the title-winning goal for the green-and-white team in overtime.

"I think what happened is in the past. I arrived here and I want to write my story in the next game. I want to have a great story and many titles. For me, that's the most important thing, and I hope to stay here as long as possible," said the midfielder, who signed a contract until the end of 2028.

In addition to treating the play naturally, Andreas also commented on how he has been dealing with the taunts from fans on social media.

"Taunting is normal. I'm professional, I'm focused here. I want to adapt as quickly as possible. I don't pay much attention to these things, I want to show my football and win titles, which is the most important thing," he said.

The midfielder, who had a first stint in Brazilian football in 2021, when he played on loan for Flamengo, arrives to replace Richard Ríos, who was traded to Benfica. He will inherit the number 8 shirt and will compete for a spot in the midfield with Lucas Evangelista, Aníbal Moreno, and Emiliano Martínez.

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