André ban opens door for Diniz favourite at Corinthians
André ban opens door for Diniz favourite at Corinthians The suspension of midfielder André, who was sent off in the last round of the Brazilian Championship against Vasco, has opened up an opportunity for Allan in Corinthians’ starting lineup for this Sunday’s (3) clash against Mirassol. According to UOL , the defensive midfielder is highly regarded by coach Fernando Diniz and could earn a run of games as a starter for the black-and-white side. Allan already worked with Diniz at Fluminense in 2019 and appeals to the coach because of his characteristics.
UOL has learned that Diniz even considered bringing Allan in to replace André in the previous Libertadores match against Peñarol, but chose to keep the youngster in the starting lineup on that occasion. The internal assessment is that Allan is currently in better form than André, which justifies the tactical change. In addition to André, Corinthians will face Mirassol with a considerable list of absences.
Center-back Gustavo Henrique and midfielder André Carrillo are also suspended. In the medical department, Timão will be without João Pedro Tchoca, Charles, Vitinho, and Memphis. Interestingly, Raniele, another midfielder, could be used out of position at right-back for the match as the team looks to adjust its setup in light of the absences.
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