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Flamengo’s management highly values Claudinho’s skill set and maturity, believing that he represents an irreplaceable asset in the Brazilian football marketplace. The player’s demonstrated quality would be hard to duplicate, especially for a similar financial outlay. This assessment comes from the belief that, despite their ongoing search for quality players, there may not be a viable alternative within the same price range and caliber. Flamengo also recognizes that Claudinho harbors a desire to return to Brazil and play for such a prestigious club.