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Iago scored the goal that tied the match between Flamengo and Barcelona (ESP), at Maracanã

Hero of the bi-world championship of Flamengo Under-20, last Saturday (23), the defender Iago has been stirring up the backstage of the Rio club. According to the portal 'GE', teams like Everton (ENG), Brentford (ENG), and Club Brugge (BEL) have scouted the player.

Despite the interest, the Europeans have not formalized an official proposal. The only concrete offer received by Iago was from Bahia, at the request of coach Rogério Ceni. The Bahian club offered 2 million euros (about R$ 12.8 million), plus 20% of the rights in a future sale. The Rubro-Negro, however, refused and claimed that the player is not available on the market.

How was Iago a hero?

Flamengo was losing 2 to 1 in front of a packed Maracanã. The defeat seemed imminent, but at the last minute, right-back Daniel Sales launched a long ball that found Iago in the Barcelona (ESP) area. The defender headed the ball and lobbed the opposing goalkeeper, which took the match to penalties.

Where did the defender come from?

Iago is in his last year in the Under-20 category and has a contract valid until December 2026. So, the tendency is for Flamengo to renew his contract soon. However, the situation is closely watched by Volta Redonda, the club that revealed Iago in the Under-15 and holds 40% of his economic rights. Flamengo is responsible for the remaining 60% and would be willing to buy another 10% for R$ 500,000.

What are the next competitions?

At 20 years old, Iago will still compete in the Carioca Championship Under-20 and the Brazil Cup for Flamengo in 2025. In addition to the intercontinental title, however, the defender has already won the Brazil Cup Under-17, Brazil's Super Cup Under-17, Brazilian Championship Under-20, South American Under-20, and two Libertadores Under-20.

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