Filipe Luís hails Paquetá, hints at Flamengo debut timing | OneFootball

Flamengo signed Lucas Paquetá for R$ 260 million at the current exchange rate

The Flamengo finalized the signing of midfielder Lucas Paquetá and announced the arrival of the Brazilian National Team player last Wednesday (28). After the defeat to São Paulo at Morumbi, coach Filipe Luís was excited about the new addition and projected the player's debut.

— Without a doubt, he is a gigantic player. An incredible signing by the club. Bringing back an idol, a star, for this amount means the club is in a spectacular internal moment. Very well organized and managed by the people who run the club. This tranquility is passed on to the players —, began Filipe Luís.

— It's very good for working. Paquetá will further enhance the quality of this squad. He is a very decisive player. Everyone is eagerly waiting for him to start training as soon as possible —, concluded the Flamengo coach.

HOW WAS THE NEGOTIATION FOR LUCAS PAQUETÁ?

Thus, Flamengo announced the signing of Lucas Paquetá last Wednesday (29), after reaching an agreement with West Ham (ENG). This is because the Most Beloved spent 42 million euros (R$ 242 million at the current exchange rate) to finalize the deal.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

After debuting with a defeat in the Brazilian Championship, Flamengo shifts focus to the Brazilian Super Cup. Thus, Mengão faces Corinthians on Sunday (01), at 4 PM (Brasília time), at Mané Garrincha Stadium in Brasília.

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