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Flamengo hopes for a decision on Thiago Almada as soon as possible

The transfer window is open until September 11. However, with an eye on strengthening the squad for the Copa Libertadores round of 16, Flamengo is racing against time to reach an outcome in negotiations for midfielder Thiago Almada.

According to joint reporting by journalists Nathalia Coelho and Mônica Alves from Coluna do Fla, Flamengo football director José Boto traveled to Argentina last weekend. The information was first published by the newspaper ‘Olé’.

Also according to the Coluna do Fla report, in Argentina, José Boto met with Thiago Almada’s agent, Agustín Jiménez. Although he is already back in Rio de Janeiro, the executive is awaiting a decision in the negotiations as soon as possible.

Why is Flamengo in such a hurry?

Because of the deadline to register new signings for the Copa Libertadores, Flamengo is racing against time to get an answer from Thiago Almada. That is because the Rubro-Negro must submit the list of players for the round of 16 of the South American competition by Friday (07), at 6 p.m. Brasília time.

How much would Thiago Almada cost Flamengo?

Flamengo’s deal for Thiago Almada is worth around 27 million euros (about R$ 158.2 million at the current exchange rate). In addition, it could reach 30 million euros (R$ 175.8 million) depending on the fulfillment of contractual targets and agreed bonuses.

At the moment, River Plate (ARG) is still trying to convince Almada that it has a better offer than Flamengo’s. As a result, the Argentine is close to deciding which South American club he will join, since no offer has arrived from Europe.

Does Fla have a ‘Plan B’?

Yes! In short, José Boto has also stepped up talks over the ‘Plan B’. The player in question is Luiz Henrique, who plays as a winger in attack. It is worth noting that the club’s goal is to sign at least one of the two players during this transfer window.

Flamengo’s idea is that, if the worst-case scenario happens in the negotiations for Thiago Almada, Luiz Henrique would be the ‘Plan B’, with strong potential to develop. Although the players do not play in the same position, both are attacking players and are therefore seen as excellent options for Leonardo Jardim’s team.

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