The Truth About Al Hilal Player’s Transfer to the Brazilian League

The name Marcus Leonardo, the striker for Al-Hilal Saudi Club, has returned to the forefront of discussions among Flamengo’s Brazilian fans on social media, following the collapse of his transfer to Atletico Madrid during the last winter transfer window.

Flamengo club ignored the ongoing commotion, holding firm to its technical conviction that Marcos Leonardo does not meet the requirements for the center forward position according to coach Felipe Luis’s vision.

Sources close to the club confirmed that the player is currently not in consideration, as internal evaluations focus on tactical characteristics and movement roles on the field, rather than just market value or fame.

Flamengo acknowledges Leonardo’s technical abilities and offensive quality, but they do not see him as the forward capable of fulfilling the required roles within the current system in terms of pressing, movement, and positioning.

Despite the team’s struggle with limited offensive options, Flamengo’s management prefers not to succumb to public pressure and prioritizes continuity and cohesion within the ongoing sports project.

Since Felipe Luis took over the technical leadership, the club has set clear criteria for selecting a striker, without opening any negotiation channels or making official offers, even after Atletico Madrid withdrew, according to the “bolavip” website.