Former player Hernanes has started a technical internship with Filipe Luís at Monaco, looking to improve his education to manage football teams in the future.
The football world often brings notable reunions off the pitch. Former midfielder Hernanes, a São Paulo idol, surprised fans by announcing that he is undergoing a learning period with the coaching staff of France’s Monaco, led by former left-back Filipe Luís.
Known as the ‘Prophet’ during his successful playing career, the former athlete is looking to absorb modern management and European tactical methodologies. The opportunity reinforces the strong moment experienced by the Brazilian coach in the Old Continent, where he has put up impressive results and caught the attention of sport experts.
Meeting of idols in European football
The relationship between the two former players goes back a long way, built on Brazilian and international pitches. They played together wearing the yellow jersey of the Brazil national team and faced each other in memorable matches in Europe and the Brazilian Serie A. Now, the partnership enters a new chapter behind the scenes of the sport.
On his social media, the former midfielder made sure to express his gratitude for the opportunity to closely observe the daily work routine of the French coaching staff at Monaco:
Learning a bit from Filipe Luís! Huge pleasure to see you after so many years! Immense gratitude. I am speechless for the reception and the experience that you and the entire staff provided me. Thank you very much!
The lightning rise of Filipe Luís
The Brazilian coach is having an absolutely impressive start to his career in charge of the principality team. So far, the manager is undefeated, putting together an expressive winning streak, including a historic triumph over the powerhouse PSG.
With solid attacking performance and defensive solidity, the team leads Ligue 1, surpassing direct competitors such as Lyon. This quick adaptation to the high level of European football consolidates the reputation of the former left-back, who had already enchanted fans with significant titles for Flamengo early in his managerial career.
Hernanes’ preparation
To achieve his goal of establishing himself as a professional coach, the São Paulo idol has accumulated important experiences in recent months. The former player has already earned his UEFA PRO license and gone through immersion periods at São Paulo‘s training ground.
During these training stages, the ‘Prophet’ closely monitored physical preparation, performance analysis, and locker room management. His stint at Monaco represents an international leap in his learning methodology, aiming to be ready to take charge of professional teams soon.
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