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Who is the former Flamengo player who will play for Persebaya FC, from Indonesia?

The transfer market is in full swing both in Brazilian football and internationally. Amid these movements, Diego Maurício, former striker of Flamengo, was announced as a new reinforcement for Persebaya FC, from Indonesia.

Diego Maurício arrives at the Indonesian team after standing out in Indian football, where he became the top scorer in the history of Odisha (IND). Throughout his career, the striker scored 60 goals and was a key player for the team.

"I am very happy to start this new challenge at Persebaya. Asian football has opened important doors for me and I hope to give back on the field with goals and dedication. I arrive motivated to help the club achieve great results and write another special chapter in my career", said Diego Maurício upon arriving at Persebaya FC.

DID DIEGO MAURÍCIO PLAY AT FLAMENGO?

The striker Diego Maurício emerged from the youth categories of Flamengo and began to get his first opportunities in the professional in 2010. In 2011, the 34-year-old athlete was part of the red-black squad that included Ronaldinho Gaúcho. During this period, the Mengão won the title of the Carioca Championship.

WHAT IS THE NEXT GAME OF FLAMENGO?

While Diego Maurício begins his journey in Indonesia, Flamengo remains focused on the next commitments of the season. On Sunday (31), the Mengão returns to the field to face Grêmio, for the 22nd round of the Brasileirão.

The ball rolls at 4pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã. Thus, the Coluna do Fla TV, as usual, shows the details of what will happen in the confrontation with the 'in loco' coverage of Leo José and Rodrigo Lima, on YouTube. Finally, Rede Globo (open channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) broadcast the duel.

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