Last Sunday, the vice president of Flamengo spoke about the departure of Gabriel Barbosa from Flamengo. Marcos Braz finally broke the silence and revealed the reasons behind the decision that took many fans by surprise, but also clarified some aspects that existed between them.
In an interview with the portal “G.E.”, Braz shared details of what happened in the red and black locker room. “It was a situation that I witnessed personally. There was a disagreement that we could not overcome.“he said, without going into many details, but making it clear that the decision was inevitable.
Gabigol, known by his number 99 shirt, has always been a central figure at Flamengo, being a key player in several of the club’s recent achievements. However, rumors of internal tensions had been circulating for some time. “The atmosphere in the locker room is very important for the team’s performance and, unfortunately, we reached a point where leaving was the best solution for everyone involved”Braz added.
Gabriel Barbosa will return to the courts in the next round of the Brasileirão (Photo: reproduction/Lance/Thiago Medeiros)
Despite the turbulent exit, the attacker’s return to the field is already scheduled. He will wear the Flamengo shirt again in the match against Fortaleza, valid for the 35th matchday of the Brasileirão. This news somewhat relieved the fans, who hope to see the forward help the team again in its final stretch of the championship.
“We understood that an adjustment had to be made, and that was done with Gabriel’s departure from the games against Atlético-MG and Cuiabá. He will return normally from the next game, against Fortaleza, and will fulfill his contract until the end as he has done until now with great peace of mind, just like Flamengo.”says Marcos Braz.
The expectation is that Gabigol’s presence on the field will bring new energy to the team so that behind-the-scenes problems are left behind. The red and black fans will continue to provide their unconditional support and will surely be present to support the team and their idol in one more challenge.
Marcos Braz idealizes Gabigol’s farewell
The departure of Gabriel Barbosa from Flamengo marks the end of an era full of achievements and notable moments. Since the forward arrived at the club, the team has won several championships and the forward has been decisive in most of them. Under Braz’s leadership, celebration planning is done with great care and attention to detail.
Marcos Braz says: “I think this party should be held in Rio de Janeiro. Possibly in Flamengo x Vitória or Flamengo x Inter. It’s how the athlete wants it, how we want it. And I think it’s also important for us to talk about balance, what it was like during Gabriel’s time here. Gabriel was extremely important, the most important titles were still won by him, thanks to the team that helped him. And in the end that’s what counts.”, “It’s a Cinderella story, with a happy ending, that’s the truth. I have nothing to regret, life goes on. Good luck to him” added the club director.
Gabriel Barbosa and his move to Cruzeiro
The owner of Cruzeiro, Pedro Lourenço, publicly expressed his desire to have forward Gabigol, currently at Flamengo. In a recent statement, Lourenço stated: “We hope, it’s our dream”in reference to the possibility of bringing the forward to the Minas Gerais club.
However, he was emphatic in saying that, if the negotiation does not materialize, Cruzeiro is determined to sign another athlete of similar level to reinforce the squad. This demonstration by Lourenço signals the club’s ambition to stand out on the national stage, searching for talents who can increase the team’s performance. Expectations now revolve around negotiations and possible movements in the transfer market.
Cover photo: Marcos Braz and Gabriel Barbosa, the relationship between them was already conflictive (reproduction/Marcelo Cortez/Flamengo)
