Flamengo director of football José Boto has entered the radar of European clubs after a high-impact year in charge of the region. The information was revealed by journalist Fabrizio Romano in a publication this Sunday, a reference on the transfer market and in the coverage of the main teams on the continent. In his first season at Rubro-Negro, the Portuguese became one of the protagonists of the campaign that resulted in the Libertadores and Brasileirão titles.
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Hired in early 2025, at the start of BAP’s tenure, Boto immediately presented a philosophy supported by performance analysis, detailed prospecting and hiring based on objective criteria.
This strategy resulted in the arrival of reinforcements who quickly took a central role in Filipe Luís’ team. These include Jorginho, Jorge Carrascal, Saúl and Samuel Lino, all starters from the title-winning season.
The journalist also highlighted the fact that the coach had accumulated four titles in just two weeks – Libertadores, Brasileirão, Derby das Américas and Challenger Cup – a feat which increased his international visibility.
Boto’s possible departure comes at a crucial time for Flamengo. Next Wednesday (17), the club will play the final of the Intercontinental Cup against French Paris Saint-Germain, a match that could crown the Portuguese’s first year with a historic trophy.
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