O Corinthians entered the dispute with the Flamengo by hiring Uruguayan striker Facundo Pellistri, currently in Manchester United. According to information obtained by the portal Gazeta Esportiva, Pellistri's name pleased Timão's board of directors, who sees in the 22-year-old a great option to reinforce the attack, especially with Pedro Raul's possible exit to the Grêmio.
Facundo Pellistri has a contract with Manchester United until the end of next season, and last season, he defended Granada, Spain, where he participated in 29 matches, scoring two goals and contributing three assists. The player fits the profile desired by Corinthians, able to act by the two edges of the field, adding versatility to the cast.
In an interview with Uruguayan Radio Sport 890, Pellistri's agent revealed that despite the interest of Flamengo, the player's priority is to find a club where he is a key piece for the technical commission. "The Flamengo There are a lot of players in this position and we're prioritizing the sports part. The Facu has to go to a team where he will play, where it is priority for the technical committee ", said the agent.
The dispute between Corinthians and Flamengo promises to be intense, with both clubs seeking to strengthen their casts for the season. The expectation is that in the coming days there will be more news about the future of Facundo Pellistri, which can be a great reinforcement for Timão.
