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Grêmio clears Filip Krovinovic for debut and nears Danilo Barbosa signing
Grêmio is finalizing key squad reinforcements as midfielder Filip Krovinovic has been officially cleared to play. After his work visa was granted and his registration was processed by the CBF, the Croatian midfielder is expected to make his debut in the upcoming match against Atlético-MG.
Coach Luís Castro intends to use Krovinovic to reshape the team's midfield, potentially starting him in place of Nardoni to improve ball circulation and creative play. The club plans to test this new formation in upcoming matches against Atlético-MG and Bragantino.
Additionally, the club is reportedly close to signing defensive midfielder Danilo Barbosa from Al Ula in Saudi Arabia. Danilo, who has previously played under Castro at Botafogo, is expected to arrive soon to serve as a replacement for Leonel Pérez.
Entities
Atlético-MG · CBF · Danilo Barbosa · Filip Krovinović · Gremio · Luis Castro
Claims
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] Filip Krovinovic has signed a contract with Grêmio valid until December 2028.
- [● 2 SOURCES] The CBF has regularized Filip Krovinovic's registration in the Daily Informative Bulletin (BID). esporte.ig.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Krovinovic previously worked with coach Luís Castro at Rio Ave in Portugal during the 2016/2017 season. esporte.ig.com.br
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Coach Luís Castro intends to use Krovinovic to test a different midfield formation.
- [● 3 SOURCES] Krovinovic is expected to be available for the match against Atlético-MG on Sunday, the 16th. esporte.ig.com.br