Ex-Flamengo star Gerson gives first words as new Cruzeiro signing | OneFootball

Gerson landed in Belo Horizonte this Friday (09) to sign with Cruzeiro

Cruzeiro secured the signing of Gerson, former Flamengo player, this Thursday (08). Thus, the midfielder landed in Belo Horizonte this Friday (09) and gave his first statement as a player for the Minas Gerais team.

“I am very happy. I thank the Cruzeiro management for the effort they made for my coming here. Now I will have medical exams here and then I'll talk to you more calmly”, he said, upon arrival in Belo Horizonte to sign a contract with Cruzeiro.

How much will Cruzeiro pay Zenit (RUS) for Gerson?

After long negotiations with Zenit (RUS), Cruzeiro agreed to pay 30 million euros (R$ 189 million) to have the midfielder in the squad. 26 million euros (R$ 164 million) will be fixed and 4 million euros (R$ 25 million) will be linked to performance bonuses.

What are Gerson's stats with Flamengo?

Gerson played 253 matches wearing the Flamengo jersey, scoring 19 goals and providing 34 assists to his teammates. Additionally, the player won the Libertadores in 2019.

What was Gerson's last match for Flamengo?

Gerson played for Flamengo in the Club World Cup and scored once. The former number 8's goal happened against Bayern Munich (GER), in the round of 16 of the intercontinental competition. Therefore, the match against the German team was the player's last with the Sacred Mantle.

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