Camilo Cándido was preferred — stronger quality on balance.
Cause
A more highly rated alternative was available.
Outlook
Likely to settle unless repeated within the next few weeks.
Named team captain
Major
Cause
The manager and senior staff settled on him to lead the squad.
Wants Copa Libertadores football
Serious
Cause
His South American heritage and ambition push him toward a Copa Libertadores side. (He is openly ambitious.; The club has no realistic path to continental football.)