Emerson Royal heaps praise on Wesley and makes a promise to Flamengo fans | OneFootball

Flamengo purchased Emerson Royal after Wesley's departure to Roma (ITA)

The right-back Emerson Royal held his first press conference as a Flamengo player this Tuesday (29). During the interview, the athlete talked about replacing Wesley and promised dedication to the Red-Black Nation.

— A player [Wesley] whom we know has enormous talent, is young, and learned a lot here at Flamengo. Wearing the jersey of big clubs is not that simple, there will be criticism, praise, and we are professionals. He grew a lot, reached the national team, and now has a great opportunity to go to Europe. But I also have some experience in football, I've played in big clubs, I know my responsibility, but I also know my quality. The fans had little contact with me, mostly when I was in the National Team, for a short period -, highlights Emerson to add.

— I have very good physical strength, I rely a lot on my physique, I have a good approach in attack and especially very good intensity when I need to defend. I am a very intense player and wherever I went, this was one of the greatest characteristics I had. Grit, will, and attacking presence will not be lacking here at Flamengo -, points out Royal.

Where did Wesley go?

Wesley was announced by Roma (ITA) last Monday (28). “Welcome to Roma, Wesley,” highlights a post made by the club on social media. The Italian team will pay Flamengo 25 million euros (R$ 162 million), a value that can reach 30 million (R$ 194 million) if the player meets contractual goals.

Where does Royal come from?

Emerson Royal signed with Flamengo for three and a half years, until the end of 2028. The right-back will wear the number 22 jersey after a stint at Milan (ITA). The athlete's name is already published in the Daily Information Bulletin (BID) of the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF).

The debut of Emerson Royal for Flamengo, however, will depend on the physical conditions presented by the player. Thus, the training time with the red-black squad may also influence coach Filipe Luís in deciding whether or not to include the player, who cost nine million euros (about R$ 58 million).

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