According to the plan established back in 2017, six Flamengo U-20 athletes showed up this Thursday (11) to train with the professional team, after the end of the first phase of the São Paulo Cup. Goalkeeper Hugo Souza, defender Patrick, left-back Michael, midfielders Lucas Silva and João Pedro, and striker Wendel were part of the group that started pre-season training on January 04.01th at the George Helal Training Center. With last season ending on December 13.12th and the obligation to take 30 days of vacation, the others will show up on January 13th.

Four junior athletes traveled to join the squad that is in the Copinha: goalkeeper Pedro Caracocci, defender Aderlan, left-back Pablo and striker Samuel.