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When asked about Michael's arrival at Flamengo, Tite avoids the question and mentions Silvio Santos

Mais Querido's coach preferred not to give his opinion on the signing of the striker

Photo: Reproduction/ Flamengo
Photo: Reproduction/ Flamengo

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Marcos Braz, vice-president of football at Flamengo, revealed that Michael's signing is almost complete. However, Tite preferred not to talk about the matter. In a press conference after suffering a defeat from Botafogo, the coach was asked about the arrival of the attacker, but preferred not to answer and even mentioned Silvio Santos, who passed away on Saturday (17).


"We have to answer the technical and tactical part, coordination of movements, why they lost 4 to 1, games that the team didn't have to repeat, tactical standards, but there is a whole direction to talk about this. We are not going to escape responsibility by bringing up situations. , no. Silvio Santos' great legacy was the mark of common sense. Common sense when you win is easy. You have to have common sense at all times", said Tite, this Sunday (18).


MARCOS BRAZ SPEAKS ABOUT MICHAEL’S ARRIVAL


“We have a very early signing. Everyone knows it's Michael. It's not right because it's not signed, I only tell you when I sign it. But he's too early. (…) All that’s left is for him (Michael) to be here and sign”, said Marcos Braz.

MICHAEL ARRIVES TO BE A HOLDER


O Flamengois hiring Michael to be the replacement from Everton Cebolinha, as the number 11 will only return to the pitch next season. In this way, the attacker arrives to be a starter, as Flamengo does not have a spare part on the bench.

According to information from journalist Mauro Cezar Pereira , Michael will be announced by Flamengo later this week, as Rubro-Negro is racing against time to announce its signings and register them in competitions.


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Flamengo defender is in Juventus' sights, says journalist

Defender is an absolute starter at Mengão under coach Filipe Luís and his name is once again linked to a possible negotiation with European football

Juventus are interested in signing Léo Ortiz from Flamengo, according to an Italian journalist - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Juventus are interested in signing Léo Ortiz from Flamengo, according to an Italian journalist - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

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Considered one of Flamengo's best signings in 2024, Léo Ortiz continues to stand out in the 2025 season . After good performances in the Club World Cup, the defender has once again caught the attention of European clubs. Juventus, from Italy, is one of the interested parties and is planning an investment of 15 million euros (around R$96.3 million) to try to take him away from Rubro-Negro. The "Old Lady" also wants to sign another defender from the Rio de Janeiro club .


According to journalist Mirko Di Natale, the Italian club rekindled their interest after observing Ortiz's performance in the international tournament. Flamengo , however, does not intend to facilitate a departure and will play hard to keep the defender.


OLD INTEREST


This is not the first time that Juventus has targeted Léo Ortiz . In the second half of 2024, the Turin club tried to sign the defender, with an offer that could reach 30 million euros (around R$ 192.7 million). At the time, Flamengo opted to keep the player in the squad and refused to advance in the negotiations.

ARRIVAL AT FLAMENGO


Léo Ortiz arrived at Flamengo on March 5, 2024, after long negotiations with Red Bull Bragantino. Rubro-Negro paid 7 million euros (around R$48 million, at the time) to secure the signing . With a contract until December 2028, Ortiz has a release clause set at 80 million euros (R$514 million).

FLAMENGO ON THE FIELD

With Léo Ortiz among those involved, the Flamengo delegation leaves the United States this Monday (30), with arrival in Brazil scheduled for Tuesday (01) . The Rubro-Negro's next commitment will be on the weekend of July 12, against São Paulo, for the 13th round of the Brasileirão.



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Flamengo could lose a star player after the Club World Cup

Scouts from the Old Lady accompanied Mengão in Miami and observed the red-black jewel; market values indicate that negotiations will not be simple

Wesley may be being traded by Flamengo after the Club World Cup to Juventus Turin (Photo / Flamengo)
Wesley may be being traded by Flamengo after the Club World Cup to Juventus Turin (Photo / Flamengo)

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Flamengo's participation in the Club World Cup, even without winning the title, had a direct impact on the red-and-black players' profile. Their performances in games against high-level opponents caught the attention of clubs abroad, especially in Europe. Juventus, from Italy, had already been monitoring Wesley, but intensified their efforts after the tournament. Now, Léo Ortiz has also come into their sights.


LATERAL CAN LEAVE THE MOST LOVED


Right-back Wesley, who was discovered by Flamengo and is considered one of the greatest recent talents of the red-black youth academy, has been under observation by Juventus since last season. The Italian press, through journalist Giovanni Albanese, points out that the Bianconeri have intensified contacts and conversations with representatives of the player and the Rio de Janeiro club.


In addition to Juventus, Bayern Munich is also said to be interested in Wesley . According to journalist Baris Ozturk from SporTurk, scouts from the German club were at the match between Flamengo and Bayern in Miami to evaluate the youngster. There has been no formal offer yet, but the full-back's name is being discussed internally within the German team.

WESLEY AND ORTIZ OPEN THE RUBRO-NEGRO MARKET


If Wesley was already a long-time target, Léo Ortiz appears as a new addition to the European news . At 29 years old, the defender was recently approached by Juventus, as revealed by journalist Mirko Di Natale, from TuttoJuve and Radio Bianconera. The defender had been monitored since the last winter transfer window and attracted interest due to his experience and leadership.

Despite the inquiries, Flamengo 's board of directors does not intend to release Léo Ortiz easily. Signed from Red Bull Bragantino this year, the defender quickly established himself in the squad led by Filipe Luís. The club considers him a key player in the defensive rotation and has already made it clear that they will not give up on him for below market value.


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Neuer makes a point of meeting Rossi, from Flamengo, and draws attention

Mengão and Bayern goalkeepers have a moment of relaxation behind the scenes after the match and the German's attitude cheered up the red-black fans

Flamengo's Rossi and Bayern's Neuer have a relaxed moment after the Club World Cup match - Photo: Reproduction/FIFA
Flamengo's Rossi and Bayern's Neuer have a relaxed moment after the Club World Cup match - Photo: Reproduction/FIFA

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The performance of Agustín Rossi and Manuel Neuer, goalkeepers for Flamengo and Bayern Munich (GER), respectively, generated great expectation before the round of 16 of the Club World Cup. In the duel on the field, the Bavarian team's goalkeeper came out on top . However, off the field, a scene between the two caught everyone's attention .


After Bayern Munich's victory, which resulted in Flamengo's elimination, Neuer and Rossi were seen sharing a relaxed moment in the corridors of the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami. Broadcast cameras caught the two posing for a photo.



Furthermore, Neuer started a light conversation, gesturing with his leg — apparently alluding to Rossi's quality with the ball at his feet . The recording went viral on social media, with many fans interpreting the interaction as a sign of respect and appreciation from Europeans for the South American talent.

FLAMENGO SAYS GOODBYE TO THE WORLD CUP


Despite finishing the group stage undefeated and in the lead, Flamengo came up against the powerful Bayern Munich in the round of 16. The red-and-black team put in a courageous performance, but was unable to overcome the German team, which won 4-2 and advanced to the quarterfinals. Even though it was eliminated, Mengão left a good impression, especially due to its collective performance and bold stance in the face of one of the most expensive squads in world football.

FLAMENGO'S NEXT GAME

After the elimination, Flamengo begins its return to Brazil. The delegation leaves the United States on Monday night (30) and should land in Rio de Janeiro on Tuesday morning (01). The Rubro-Negro's next commitment will only be in the second week of July, in a duel against São Paulo, for the Brazilian Championship.


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