RIO DE JANEIRO, Dec. 22 (Xinhua) -- Former Brazil international defender David Luiz could join Vasco da Gama after his release from Rio de Janeiro rival Flamengo, according to media reports in the South American country.

Vasco is seeking to bolster its defense in the off-season and Luiz is at the top of the club's wishlist under new manager Fabio Carille, Globoesporte reported.

It added that the 37-year-old had also received offers from other clubs in Brazil and abroad.

Luiz made 132 appearances for Flamengo across all competitions after joining the club from Arsenal in September 2021.

The former Chelsea and Paris Saint-Germain center-back endured a frustrating 2024 season as injuries and inconsistent form kept him to 23 league appearances out of a possible 38. ■