Brazilian Market: Freitas and Valencia strengthen 2026 contenders

Flamengo has completed its transfer market by recruiting Joaquín Freitas from River Plate and Anthony Valencia from Royal Antwerp. Freitas, called up by Argentina for the warm-up matches ahead of the 2026 World Cup, arrives as a centre-forward. Valencia, defender of Ecuador's colors for the World Cup, has scored 13 goals this Belgian season. These two signings aim to strengthen the ranks of a club seeking to make an impact during the continental tournament.