Midfielder Erick Pulgar is on the radar of Monaco, from France, and Flamengo is accelerating its search for defensive midfielder Fabinho to maintain quality in the position.
Flamengo‘s squad is experiencing days of intense behind-the-scenes activity. With European football keeping a close eye on the team’s key players, defensive midfielder Erick Pulgar has emerged as a coveted name by Monaco. The potential transfer, reported by journalist Caio Fontinelle, has forced the club’s board to speed up planning to fill the gap in the midfield.
The connection between the Chilean player and the French club is strengthened by a strategic name: Filipe Luís. The former player and coach, who deeply understands Pulgar‘s potential from his time as a teammate and later as a manager at Gávea, reportedly endorsed the signing.
Pulgar’s Trajectory at Gávea
Signed in 2022 from Fiorentina, Pulgar quickly became a vital cog in the Flamengo machine. Alongside Filipe Luís, the defensive midfielder won significant titles, including the Copa Libertadores and the Copa do Brasil.
The established partnership between the defensive midfielder and the coaching staff was one of the pillars for the club’s recent glories, marking an era of important achievements in Brazilian football.
Fabinho is the Main Target
Given the imminent departure, Flamengo‘s board is already surveying the market for a heavyweight replacement. The name gaining traction in the club’s corridors is Fabinho. The defensive midfielder, who has played for the Brazil national team and excelled at Liverpool, is a free agent after concluding his stint with Al-Ittihad.
Flamengo’s Ace Up Their Sleeve
The interest in Fabinho is not random. In addition to his international experience, the player has a positive history with coach Leonardo Jardim, with whom he worked during his time at Monaco itself. This reunion could be the decisive factor in convincing the experienced player to wear the shirt of “o Mais Querido” (the Most Beloved).
Rubro-Negro remains focused on the Brazilian Serie A campaign. After the rout against Chapecoense, the team with 37 points is already shifting its focus to the classic match against São Paulo at the Maracanã. With the squad strengthened by returns such as Léo Ortiz and Nico de la Cruz, the club aims to keep the fight for the title alive.
