Flamengo striker revolts against Filipe Luís and demands immediate departure - check it out

Gabriel Jesus' name has been making headlines in Brazilian football in recent hours, especially in relation to Flamengo. The Arsenal striker was speculated to be a target for the club in 2026 , but the club's board quickly denied any negotiations or immediate interest.

According to Bolavip Brasil, Gabriel Jesus is only considering returning to the country after the 2026 World Cup . The athlete plans to remain in England at the beginning of that year, a period during which Brazilian clubs only compete in state championships. Therefore, the possibility of returning before this scenario is practically zero.

A source close to Flamengo reiterated that the club has no intention of investing in players like Gabriel Jesus at this time. Internally, the assessment is that the squad already has sufficient attacking options , and that the high cost of a potential deal would make any attempt unfeasible.

FOCUS ON OTHER SECTORS

The club's board's priority is to strengthen other areas of the squad. Furthermore, some players may leave the club, such as Michael, who has been losing ground under Filipe Luís. Therefore, the possibility of a heavy investment in Gabriel Jesus has been completely ruled out.

GABRIEL JESUS CONTINUES WITH GOOD NUMBERS

Despite the rumors, Gabriel Jesus continues to perform well at Arsenal . Signed in 2022, he has 26 goals and 20 assists in 96 appearances, despite a few injuries that have hampered his progress . The striker's contract with the Gunners runs until 2027, and his market value is estimated at around R$200 million.

Without a place in Filipe Luís's squad, defender Pablo took to social media to discuss his current situation at Flamengo. The defender stated that, despite training separately from the group for eight months, he remains motivated and emotionally balanced in the face of the situation.

In a post made last Thursday (25), Pablo said he doesn't want to be seen just as the player removed from the squad. He stressed that his stance doesn't mean conformity, but rather resilience. The defender also emphasized that his reality is not linked to financial issues: " It's not about what you have, but about what you carry. What I carry is much bigger than the situation I live in," he wrote.

Currently, the former Corinthians player works at CT Ninho do Urubu at different times than his teammates. At the beginning of the season, he played in the first matches of the Campeonato Carioca , but since then has not received any new opportunities with the first team. With a contract valid until December 2025, the player is expected to leave the Rubro-Negro at the end of his contract.

EXPERIENCE IN RUSSIA

Pablo , who previously played for Lokomotiv Moscow before returning to Brazilian football, would be willing to pursue a new career in Russia. However, the defender wants significant financial compensation to leave the Mais Querido club before the end of his contract, which ends in December.

Currently out of coach Filipe Luís's plans, the defender hasn't played since the Campeonato Carioca. In 2024, he was loaned to Botafogo, but returned to the club with no prospects of being included in the main squad.

PABLO WINS FOUR TITLES

Signed in 2022, Pablo has played a key role in Flamengo's squad . During this time, he won two Campeonato Carioca titles (2024 and 2025), a Copa do Brasil (2022), and a Libertadores (2022). Despite not playing frequently, he has been a key player in the team that has won multiple titles in recent years.

Atlético-MG has already begun planning for the 2026 season . The coaching staff, together with the board and football partners, is evaluating the current roster composition and the necessary adjustments for next year. The goal is to identify strategic positions for reinforcements and organize the group efficiently for competition.

According to press reports, newly hired coach Jorge Sampaoli made two requests to Atlético-MG's board to strengthen the squad in 2026 : midfielder Allan , currently at Flamengo, and striker Gabigol, who plays for Cruzeiro. The information comes from columnist Fabrício Lopes, from the newspaper O Dia and the channel Resenha Rubro-Negra.

ALLAN HAD A SPOTLIGHT AT ATLÉTICO

Allan enjoyed his best spell at Atlético-MG in 2020, working with Sampaoli and establishing himself as a regular starter. The midfielder reunited with the coach at Flamengo in 2024. His departure from the Minas Gerais club, however, drew criticism from fans, and controversial interviews upon his arrival in Rio de Janeiro fueled discontent among Atlético-MG fans.

RENEWAL DEFENDED BY FILIPE LUÍS

The possibility of Allan's signing by Atlético-MG will depend on negotiations and the amount involved. Coach Filipe Luís, Flamengo 's current manager, is counting on the midfielder for the remainder of the season and is advocating for his renewal. This information is also from the O Dia website, but has not been confirmed by Gazeta do Urubu.

FLAMENGO'S NEXT COMMITMENT

Mengão's next match will be against Cruzeiro, on Thursday (2), at 8:30 pm, at Maracanã. The duel pits the top two teams in the competition against each other. The match marks the reunion with Gabigol in Rio de Janeiro.