Sevilla chooses the ideal replacement for Loïc Badé

Sevilla FC has set its sights on Léo Pereira, the Brazilian center-back from Flamengo, to cover the departure of Loïc Badé to Bayer Leverkusen.

The Andalusian club needs to strengthen the defense after the Frenchman's departure and the physical problems affecting other defenders in the squad. Matías Almeyda has given the green light for the signing of a center-back whom he considers top quality.

Léo Pereira, the chosen one by Sevilla

At 29 years old and with a vast career in Brazil, Léo Pereira has become a key figure at Flamengo, where he has spent five seasons and has a contract until December 2027. His experience, aerial strength (1.89 m), and consistency make him an attractive option for Antonio Cordón, the sporting director of Sevilla.

However, the Brazilian club is not willing to facilitate his departure. According to Globo Esporte, the Brazilian club refers to the release clause of 60 million euros, aware that their player is essential in Filipe Luís' tactics.

Competition for the signing

The interest in Léo Pereira is not exclusive to Sevilla. Teams like Valencia CF and FC Porto have also sounded out the central defender. His agent has presented the three offers to Flamengo's board, but the response was negative: the player will remain unless a astronomical offer comes in.

In fact, Pereira has no intention of forcing a move. Despite being motivated to play in Europe, he is focused on his present with Flamengo, where he has played 39 official matches in 2025, 38 of them as a starter, with a tally of four goals and one assist.

Sevilla, compelled to bolster their defense

The need for a center-back in Nervión is urgent. Badé's departure left a significant gap, and the injuries to Nianzou and Ramón Martínez further complicate the situation. Marcao Teixeira has not convinced, and Nemanja Gudelj is experiencing a downturn in form. There is also concern about a possible sanction for Kike Salas.

Therefore, Antonio Cordón is considering several alternatives. Names like David Carmo or Arouna Sanganté have been on the agenda, but the Flamengo Brazilian now appears as the most solid option to enhance the team's competitive level.

The transfer market will not be easy for Sevilla, as they are unlikely to meet Flamengo's financial demands. The Andalusian club hopes to find a middle ground or wait for the player to push for a transfer, although this seems unlikely at present.

With a value of 8 million euros on Transfermarkt, his price is much lower than the official clause, highlighting the Brazilian club's uncompromising stance.

The signing of Léo Pereira would represent a leap in quality for Sevilla FC, but his arrival will depend on negotiations that currently seem far from materializing.

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