Big boost: Paquetá could bolster Flamengo against Athletico-PR | OneFootball

Midfielder is already training with the group after recovering from swelling in the tendon of his left thigh

Flamengo coach Leonardo Jardim is expected to receive an important boost for the upcoming matches. Attacking midfielder Lucas Paquetá has sped up his recovery and has a strong chance of facing Athletico-PR in Curitiba, according to reporting by Coluna do Fla.

The number 20 trained with the squad this Friday (15) after taking part in partial activities throughout the week. It is worth noting that the player has been out since April 19, when he injured his thigh against Bahia at the Maracanã.

EARLY RETURN?

Initially, the medical department expected the star to return only for the match against Estudiantes (ARG) in the Libertadores. However, the player has responded well to treatment and is likely to return ahead of schedule after missing seven matches.

A MAJOR BOOST?

The midfielder’s return solves an urgent problem in the creative department. That is because Flamengo lost Arrascaeta, who underwent collarbone surgery and will be unavailable. Therefore, Paquetá’s return restores the team’s creativity at a crucial point in the season.

WHAT ARE THE MATCH DETAILS?

Flamengo and Athletico-PR face off this Sunday (17) at 7:30 p.m. (Brasília time) in the 16th round of the Brasileirão. So fans do not miss a single moment, Coluna do Fla will broadcast the clash on YouTube, provide live coverage on the website, and will have Simon Lédo ‘in loco’ to bring all the details straight from the stadium. On TV, SporTV (subscription channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will also air the match.

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