Reinier assists on Atlético-MG debut in Sul-Americana win | OneFootball

Reinier was part of Flamengo’s championship team in 2019, but didn’t establish himself in Europe

Atlético-MG was tied 1-1 with Godoy Cruz (ARG) this Thursday (14th), when coach Cuca decided to bring on former Flamengo player Reinier for his debut. Thus, the Flamengo youth product provided an assist for the goal that turned the match around for Atlético in the Round of 16 of the Copa Sudamericana at Arena MRV.

The play started with a counterattack by Cuca’s team, catching the Argentinians off guard. Then, a fast ball was played towards Reinier who, with a ‘footvolley’ style move, set it up with his chest for Hulk’s first-time shot.

Watch the play:

What happened to Reinier?

A standout in Flamengo’s youth academy, Reinier made his professional debut in 2019, when he was part of the ‘magical year’ under Jorge Jesus. After some impressive performances, the midfielder transferred to Real Madrid (ESP), who paid around R$ 30 million (at the exchange rate at the time) to the Rubro-Negro in 2020.

However, the Ninho do Urubu product didn’t even debut for the Galácticos’ first team, as he was loaned out several times. Thus, the midfielder also played for Girona (ESP), Frosinone (ITA), and Granada (ESP). Then, at the start of this month, Atlético-MG announced Reinier’s return to Brazilian football.

Did Flamengo try to sign Reinier?

The Most Beloved considered bringing the midfielder back, but the figures demanded by Real Madrid were too high. Therefore, Flamengo decided to keep its focus on signing Colombian Jorge Carrascal, who was at Dynamo Moscow (RUS).

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