Flamengo open talks over move for ex-Botafogo man Luiz Henrique | OneFootball

Luiz Henrique belongs to Zenit (RUS)

Flamengo continues to monitor the market and has now opened talks in an attempt to sign forward Luiz Henrique, from Zenit (RUS) and the Brazilian National Team. José Boto, a Rubro-Negro executive, contacted the player’s agent and confirmed the club’s interest in him.

According to information from Paparazzo Rubro-Negro, José Boto sought clarification on a possible outcome. As such, Zenit is playing hardball to release the Brazilian National Team player and is demanding 40 million euros (R$ 235.2 million at the current exchange rate).

There has still been no official proposal from Flamengo for Luiz Henrique to Zenit at this point in the season. However, the Rubro-Negro side is signaling that it wants to gain ground by moving closer to European clubs for investments of this size.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO’S SITUATION?

Flamengo has a squad full of players who operate on the right side of the pitch, such as Gonzalo Plata, Jorge Carrascal, Luiz Araújo and even Lucas Paquetá. However, the Ecuadorian could be transferred by the Rubro-Negro side after problems with Leonardo Jardim.

In addition, Luiz Araújo is a target for Cruzeiro and other teams in Brazilian football. Finally, Jorge Carrascal has been dealing with off-field issues, as he was suspended from Copa Libertadores matches and domestic games.

AND HOW IS LUIZ HENRIQUE DOING?

Luiz Henrique has been a starter for Zenit this season. The forward has played in 30 matches, scoring two goals and providing three assists for his teammates. Despite the low numbers, the winger is considered a sure name in the Brazilian National Team squad for the World Cup.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO PLAY?

Meanwhile, Flamengo remains focused on the next challenges of the season. The Most Beloved takes the field this Sunday (26) to face Atlético-MG away from home in the 13th round of the Brasileirão. In this way, Coluna do Fla brings all the information.

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