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Besides getting Gerson and Pablo Marí, and the negotiation with Filipe Luis, the duo Marcos Braz and Bruno Spindel, directors of Flamengo, had another mission during their period in Europe. Before going to Spain to talk to the left-back, they went to England to learn of an offer from Everton for Reinier, 17 years old and wonderkid from the youth squad.
Negotiations developed, and Richarlison's club became a real possibility for Reinier, although other clubs like Milan, Borussia Dortmund, Real Madrid and Manchester City also showed interest.
His release clause is 70 million euros (about R$ 295 million in the current quote). According to GloboEsporte.com's sources, the amount that Everton is willing to pay, including bonuses and variables, could reach 40 million euros (about R$ 168 million). Flamengo, who does not confirm the offer, has 100% of the athlete's economic rights, according to the last balance sheet.
Reinier is one of the players registered by the club in the Libertadores, even though he hasn't played with the professional team. Even if he is sold now, the midfielder would remain in the team until he turns 18, in January next year. His contract with Rubro-Negro goes until 31 December 2020. If they don't close the deal, the board intends to renew the contract until 2024 not to run the risk of losing him for free in the middle of next season.
Recovered from a knee tendonitis, Reinier is with the Brazilian U-17 team for the friendly match against Paraguay on July 23 and 26, in São Januário, broadcasted by SporTV. The matches will serve as preparation for the category's World Cup, between October 26 and November 17, in Brazil.