 |
| Source=Lucas Silva Instagram |
|
 |
| Source=Maritimu SNS Capture |
|
 |
| Source=Maritimu homepage |
|
FC Seoul, which is seeking to rebound in the second half of the year, is in a mood to win the recruitment match of Lucas Silva (25, Maritimu).
Multiple transfer market officials said on the 16th that Seoul is close to signing Lucas Silva. I understand that almost all transfer procedures, including agreements between clubs and personal agreements, have been completed." Lucas Silva is said to have only left a medical test while currently entering Korea.
Lucas Silva is a 'winner' by Seoul.
Kim Ki-dong, who took the helm of Seoul this year, wanted top offensive resources to work with key playmaker Jesse Lingard in the second line of attack. Han Seung-gyu and Kang Sung-jin changed positions to side midfielders and central attacking midfielders, respectively, and were busy on the ground, but they did not show the destructive power to overwhelm the opponent. Willian couldn't melt into team tactics, and Palosevic couldn't fully concentrate on the game because of homesickness. Veteran clinical association exposed weak points with poor decision-making power, and Lee Seung-joon and Kang Joo-hyuk were inexperienced to be responsible for Seoul's side attacks. There was a strong tendency to rely on the scoring ability of Ilyuchenko, who currently leads the K-League 1 scoring with 11 goals. Ronaldo, who was recruited this summer, needed more time to adapt to Kim Ki-dong's soccer. There are many resources, but I needed a solid card. Lucas Silva was picked.
Seoul's process of embracing Lucas Silva was not easy. Lucas Silva was already a widely known player among the club's player management team and agents. Many people commented that the style of play is like Cesinha (Daegu). Suwon Samsung, which is seeking direct promotion after being demoted last year, is said to have been active in recruiting Lucas Silva. He even expressed his intention to pay a large transfer fee, but no agreement was reached on the terms of the transfer. In addition to Suwon, multiple clubs expressed interest in Lucas Silva, but the prevailing view was that it would not be easy for the K-League to have a player whose stock price soared with 12 goals (13 goals including the cup) in 33 games in Portugal's second division last season. However, Seoul, which shook the K-League by recruiting Lingard from Manchester United before the season, eventually succeeded in embracing Lucas Silva with an active love call. A transfer market official said "I heard Lucas Silva would go to a major European league, but I didn't expect to come to Korea like this."
 |
| ◇24, Lucas Silva (far left), free-kick scoring against Benfica B. Capturing the Broadcast Screen |
|
 |
| ◇야잔 알아랍. Photo courtesy =FC Seoul |
|
Lucas Silva, who is 1m84cm tall and solid, is a winger who can play both sides. I usually play on the right. It specialized in making a difference with breaking through, finishing passes, and mid-range shots with fast feet and sharp right foot kicks. In a match against Benfica B team in February, he shook the net with a free kick that caught him off guard. He also has an excellent ability to score wonder goals, winning the goal of the month award for two consecutive months in October and November last year. Lucas Silva, a native of Brazil's prestigious Sao Paulo youth, made his professional debut with Brazilian club Mirasol in 2017 and has spent most of his career in Portugal so far. After playing for Morayrense, Mafra and Kasapia, he left for Maritimu in 2023 as a member of Mirasol and tied for fifth in the league scoring rankings (12 goals). Lucas Silva is likely to make his debut quickly if he is confirmed to join Seoul. Lingard, a key resource, was replaced on the away trip to Ulsan on the 13th, complaining of pain in his hamstring.
Meanwhile, Seoul, currently ranked sixth, is making bold investments this summer to make it into the top ranks. Seoul, which recruited Jordanian national center back Yazan Alarab to strengthen its defense, reportedly is also seeking to recruit national-level defensive midfielder resources to pair with veteran midfielder Ki Sung-yueng in the midfield and goalkeeper to secure the goal. Seoul will play Pohang in the quarterfinals of the Korea Cup on the 17th and then play Gimcheon in the 24th round of the K League 1 on the 21st.
yoonjinman@sportschosun.com
