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According to ESPN Mexico, Diego Reyes is close to becoming a Flamengo player

Flamengo is taking an aggressive approach in the youth transfer market. The next target for the red-black board is Diego Reyes, an 18-year-old forward from América of Mexico. According to ESPN Mexico, negotiations are well advanced for the player to strengthen the under-20 squad of Mengão.

If the deal goes through, Reyes will join Flamengo on loan until December 2026, with an option to buy. The Mexican media outlet also reports that negotiations between the Brazilian club and América should be finalized in the coming days.

Diego Reyes is regarded as a gem and has made appearances for Mexico's youth national teams. ESPN in Mexico reported that Flamengo was impressed by the forward's performance in a match between the local national team and Sporting U-19 (POR).

WHAT ARE DIEGO REYES' NUMBERS?

In the current edition of the Mexican Under-21 Championship, Diego Reyes has scored three goals in four matches. The youngster has already played for the professional team and became the second youngest player ever to debut for América, making his first appearance in the 2024 Apertura against San Luís (MEX) at 16 years and 307 days old.

In summary, the forward alternates between the youth and professional squads at América de México. In fact, Diego is coached on the senior team by Brazilian Olympic champion André Jardine. However, the youngster did not play among the main squad in 2026.

WHO WILL BE THE MAIN COMPETITOR, AFTER ALL?

If signed, Diego Reyes will compete for a spot with Josmar, who was recently signed by Flamengo from Avaí's professional team. The youngster made his debut in the Sacred Mantle this Friday (20th) and scored two goals in the 6-4 win over Red Bull Bragantino, in the first round of the Brasileirão Under-20.

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