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Sergio Ramos rejects MLS and Flamengo could be his next club

By Arthur Fernandes

PARIS, FRANCE - JUNE 03: Sergio Ramos of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates after scoring his team's opening goal during the Ligue 1 match between Paris Saint-Germain and Clermont Foot at Parc des Princes on June 03, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)
PARIS, FRANCE - JUNE 03: Sergio Ramos of Paris Saint-Germain celebrates after scoring his team's opening goal during the Ligue 1 match between Paris Saint-Germain and Clermont Foot at Parc des Princes on June 03, 2023 in Paris, France. (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images) /
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The soccer world is buzzing with the news that Sergio Ramos, one of the most renowned defenders in the history of the sport, has turned down offers from Major League Soccer (MLS) and is on the verge of signing with Flamengo. The possibility of having the Spanish icon donning the sacred jersey excites the Flamengo fans, who dream of seeing Ramos’ imposing presence protecting the Rio de Janeiro club’s defense.

The player’s refusal to move to the MLS shows that he seeks a new competitive challenge, and Flamengo may be the perfect destination for that pursuit. The Rio de Janeiro club boasts one of the largest fan bases in the world, a top-notch infrastructure, and competes in the prestigious Copa Libertadores, which is an undeniable attraction for any athlete. Additionally, Flamengo has consistently shown strong performances on both the national and international stages, which could further captivate Ramos’ ambition for titles.

The signing of Sergio Ramos would represent much more than bringing a great player to Flamengo. He is a global idol with a career filled with achievements. Four Champions League titles, a World Cup, and numerous other titles during his historic tenure at Real Madrid. Having a player of this caliber in the squad would bring not only technical quality but also experience and leadership to inspire younger teammates.

PARIS, FRANCE – JUNE 3: Sergio Ramos #4 of Paris Saint-Germain in action during the Paris Saint-Germain V Clermont, French Ligue 1 regular season match at Parc des Princes on June 3, 2023, in Paris, France (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images)
PARIS, FRANCE – JUNE 3: Sergio Ramos #4 of Paris Saint-Germain in action during the Paris Saint-Germain V Clermont, French Ligue 1 regular season match at Parc des Princes on June 3, 2023, in Paris, France (Photo by Tim Clayton/Corbis via Getty Images) /

However, it is important for Flamengo to conduct the negotiations with prudence. Despite Sergio Ramos’ interest in the Rubro-Negro project, the competition is fierce, and other clubs have also expressed interest in the player. Internacional was one of them, but the financial difficulties of the club from Rio Grande do Sul hindered progress in the talks. Thus, it is crucial that the Flamengo board is willing to make a financial effort and create an attractive proposal to win the preference of the defender.

Ramos’ arrival at Flamengo would be a historic milestone, not only for the club but for Brazilian soccer as a whole. It is rare to have the opportunity to have a player of his stature on our pitches. The possibility of seeing him compete in a Libertadores wearing the sacred jersey fills the hearts of fans with hope, as they already envision his imposing presence in the Rubro-Negro defense.

Now, we must wait for the developments in this negotiation and hope that Flamengo manages to finalize the signing of Sergio Ramos. Whatever the outcome, the mere possibility of having a global idol considering playing in Brazil is already a source of pride for soccer fans in the country. The expectation is that the Mengão will do everything possible to bring this great name to Rio de Janeiro and, in doing so, further elevate the club’s status on the international stage.

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