Zenit boss reveals why ex-Flamengo star Gerson left for Cruzeiro | OneFootball

Cruzeiro signed Gerson this January

Zenit (RUS) finalized the sale of midfielder Gerson, former Flamengo player, to Cruzeiro this January. Thus, after the positive outcome, the Russian team’s coach, Sergey Semak, commented on the reason why the former Flamengo midfielder wanted to return to Brazil.

— I think this is mainly due to his desire to play for the Brazilian National Team and go to the World Cup. He believes he will have a better chance of being called up in Brazil. It’s a good offer for the club. And here we are taking into account the interests of both the player and the club. But we’ll see for ourselves — said Sergey Semak, this Thursday (15).

WHAT IS GERSON’S SITUATION?

Gerson was a starter and captain for Flamengo when he was sold to Zenit in July of last year. Thus, the former Flamengo player was unable to establish himself at the Russian club and also lost his place in the Brazilian National Team on the eve of the World Cup.

In about six months at Zenit, Gerson played in only 12 matches. During this period, he scored one goal and did not provide any assists to his teammates. Thus, with little playing time and few opportunities, the player asked to leave the Russian club.

HOW MUCH DID CRUZEIRO PAY FOR GERSON?

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