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Flamengo Fans Criticize Board for Delay in Signings

The Flamengo, so far, has signed four new players to reinforce Filipe Luís' team. However, the board has faced criticism from some fans due to the delay in negotiations. Therefore, during Samuel Lino's press conference, football director José Boto spoke out and apologized to the fans.

— Sometimes things take a little longer than what the fans want, and I apologize to the fans, but we (Flamengo's technical committee) have fixed ideas, and as long as it's possible to have the players we want, we'll go after them -, said José Boto.

HOW IS FLAMENGO DOING IN THE TRANSFER WINDOW?

The second transfer window in Brazilian football opened on July 10th. Thus, in the first few days, Flamengo maintained a calm attitude, only analyzing potential reinforcements. Therefore, in the following weeks, the board 'dove headfirst' into the market and signed four players: Saúl Ñíguez, Emerson Royal, Samuel Lino, and Jorge Carrascal.

DO FLAMENGO WANT TO SIGN MORE PLAYERS?

After agreeing with the four targeted players, Flamengo does not intend to make 'crazy' moves in the market. However, the Rubro-Negro maintains active negotiations with Fiorentina (ITA) for the signing of striker Lucas Beltrán. Although they have already agreed on values with the Italian team, Mengão needs to convince the Argentine player to return to South American football.

WHEN WILL FLAMENGO TAKE TO THE FIELD?

While the board keeps an eye on the market, Flamengo remains focused on the upcoming commitments of the season. This Sunday (03), Filipe Luís' team will face Ceará at 18:30 (Brasília time) at the Castelão, for the 18th round of the championship. Thus, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match.

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