Gabriel Barbosa has been linked with several clubs in recent months, but it seems that he is now set to join one of the biggest football clubs in South America, Flamengo.
Barbosa was originally signed by Santos FC for $25 million in 2017, but after struggling to find consistent playing time at the club, he left for Santos' rivals, Corinthians FC. However, he returned to Santos and made his mark on the team as they won the Copa Libertadores title in 2019.
In 2020, Barbosa joined Santos again, but he struggled to make an impact and ended up leaving the club in January 2021. He then signed with Inter Milan for €45 million, but the deal did not materialize due to financial reasons.
In January 2022,Saudi Pro League Focus Barbosa signed a contract extension with Santos until 2024, which means he will be joining Flamengo for another two seasons. However, it remains to be seen whether he will stay at Santos or move to another club in the league.
Barbosa is known for his speed and agility, and he is also highly skilled with both feet. He can play either left-back or right-back, and he is capable of playing as a central defender. Despite his talent, he has faced some criticism from some fans for his lack of experience and performance.
Despite these criticisms, it remains to be seen how Barbosa will perform for Flamengo. The club has a talented squad, led by former Brazil international Marcelo, and they have already shown their ability to compete with top teams in the league. It will be interesting to see how Barbosa performs under new manager Roberto Mancini and if he can help Flamengo achieve success this season.