Flamengo HubFlamengo has announced the signing of left-back Alex Sandro on August 28. The transfer occurred after Palmeiras approached the player, who was sought after Joaquín Piquerez's injury.
Who is Alex Sandro?
Alex Sandro is a Brazilian left-back who made his professional debut in 2008, at the age of 18, with Athletico-PR. Two years later, he transferred to Santos, and together with Neymar, was part of the team that won the Libertadores in 2011.
Why did Palmeiras approach him?
Palmeiras approached Alex Sandro after Joaquín Piquerez's injury, which resulted in a meniscus injury in his left knee and subsequent surgery. However, Palmeiras opted to bet on Caio Paulista, signed for the rest of the season.
What does this mean for Flamengo?
The signing of Alex Sandro is an important reinforcement for Flamengo, which seeks to fill the gap left by Viña, injured and not returning until next year. Alex Sandro has been receiving the most playing time as a starter since joining the club.
| Player | Club | Transfer Date |
|---|---|---|
| Alex Sandro | Flamengo | August 28 |
What is Alex Sandro's experience?
Alex Sandro has extensive experience with clubs like Juventus, where he was a five-time Italian champion and Italian Cup winner. He was also part of the team that won the 2019 Copa América, under the command of Tite.
