Flamengo faces Mirassol amid Pulgar contract talks and injury concerns

Flamengo prepares to face Mirassol in the 23rd round of the Campeonato Brasileiro, while simultaneously managing contract negotiations with midfielder Erick Pulgar. Pulgar, who has won nine titles with the club since 2022, is seeking a contract renewal and salary increase. His current situation is complicated by a reduced release clause of US$ 4 million, which has attracted interest from clubs in Saudi Arabia, France, and the UAE.

For the upcoming match against Mirassol, Flamengo manager Leonardo Jardim faces several personnel challenges. The squad will be missing key players including Bruno Henrique, Nico de la Cruz, Alex Sandro, and Vitão due to various injuries. The team is looking to maintain its position near the top of the table to keep pressure on leader Palmeiras.

Mirassol enters the match seeking to distance itself from the relegation zone. The team is currently in 15th place and is managing the fatigue of competing in both the Brasileirão and the Copa Libertadores.