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Concerned about the political crisis, the Portuguese coach rules out long-term thinking in Brazil
Slated to return to Brazil now in early May, Jorge Jesús still has an indefinite future at Flamengo. A Goal He discovered that at this moment there are two scenarios that the Portuguese coach is studying with more interest: initially looking for an agreement for a brief renewal, until December this year, or having the freedom to wait for the eventual realization of a proposal from Europe, in particular Newcastle from England
Linked to Rubro-Negro only until June, JJ started 2020 thinking about a bigger contract, so he even considered extending it until the end of 2021. Due to the new coronavirus pandemic and, mainly, to the political crisis installed in recent months , there was a sudden change in plans. Discard long-term thinking at home.
At 65, Jesús, who is seeking a salary adjustment of approximately 50% to stay in Gávea, is concerned about Brazil’s financial instability. More experienced and aware, especially after the experience of leaving Portugal almost immediately to head to Saudi Arabia’s Al Hilal, the coach sees no problem staying out of work until he receives a more advantageous offer.
Another reason that has weighed heavily on Jorge Jesús’ plans is Newcastle’s “new” wish. The Portuguese was warned that, along with Mauricio Pochettino, he is one of those named to head the English club next season, which is very close to being sold for £ 300 million to the Public Investment Fund (PIF), led by the Crown Prince. . The Arab Mohammed bin Salman, whose ambitious project is to face the powerful Chelsea, Manchester City and Manchester United.
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The negotiations between the Arabs and the English have Pini Zahavi (pictured), who since February 2019 began to manage Jorge Jesús’ career as one of the main intermediaries. It is worth remembering that the influential Israeli businessman has already given the Portuguese an offer from the magpies themselves. At that time, JJ was not enthusiastic about the project and, a few days later, closed with Flamengo.
Flamengo wants a long contract
Thinking long term, Flamengo’s priority is to renew with Jorge Jesús, if possible, until December 2021. However, the red-black board is also concerned about the financial crisis, since today the euro is hitting the house of R $ 6 reais.
