Plata hits back at Leonardo Jardim after Flamengo omission | OneFootball

At Neo Química, Flamengo and Corinthians drew 1-1 in Plata’s absence

Leonardo Jardim addressed the “difficulty of integration” of Gonzalo Plata after the draw between Flamengo and Corinthians. However, the coach’s explanation caught the forward by surprise, as the reason for his absence in the eighth round of the Brasileirão was said to be a physical problem.

The staff of Plata stated that the player felt pain days before the match at Neo Química Arena. Therefore, the player did not feel fit to be available to Jardim. Furthermore, the physical issue would be the reason for his drop in performance on the pitch. This information comes from GE.

And what is Plata’s injury?

Ultrasound and MRI exams performed by the Rubro-Negro did not identify any injury. Thus, Fla did not add the winger’s name to the injured list, and the forward reported as normal to the Ecuadorian National Team for the FIFA break.

What did Leonardo Jardim say about Plata?

— He is a player who is having difficulties integrating. At this moment, to play for Flamengo it is necessary to be well integrated. We need to have focus, attitude, and a great deal of physical commitment to fight for results,” highlighted the coach in a press conference.

What does Flamengo intend to do with Plata?

Although the contract between the club and the player only ends in 2029, the Most Beloved is considering negotiating the player after the World Cup. This is because the tendency is for the winger’s value to rise after playing in the tournament hosted by the United States, Mexico, and Canada.

What has Plata done at Flamengo so far?

The Ecuadorian arrived at the Rubro-Negro in mid-2024. Since then, the forward has scored eight goals and provided ten assists in 81 matches. He is also remembered for his chipped goal in the final of the Copa do Brasil in his first year and for being sent off three times in 2025.

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