RIO DE JANEIRO, May 30 (Xinhua) -- Another unhappy Brazilian playing abroad confessed on Saturday his desire to return to play in Brazil.

    Fullback Alex Silva is in Brazil recovering from an injury he received while playing with his current German team, Hamburg. After a brief conversation with a member of the club's administration, the player expressed his wish to return to Brazil.

    "I just found out that Fluminense has had their eyes on me and wants to hire me. Thiago Neves called me personally and asked if I want to play for Fluminense. I do not discard the possibility, but I am going to allow my agent to handle it," said Silva.

    An attractive reason for Silva to join Fluminense would be to play with his former teammate and friend Thiago Neves. The two played together while Neves was at Hamburg. Silva, who formerly played for Sao Paulo, admits that if he were to return to Brazilian soccer, Fluminense would be good option.

    The timing could not be better for Fluminense. Ever since their fullback, Thiago Silva left to play for the Italian club, Milan, the team has not been able to find a permanent replacement. Alex Silva's arrival would also strengthen Fluminense's defense, which allowed five goals in last week's loss to Santos.