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"HE'S NOT GOING TO TRANSFER", INTERNATIONAL JOURNALIST SAYS PREMIER LEAGUE STAR'S NOT COMING TO FLAMENGO

Source categorically stated that the player will not join Mais Querido or any other Brazilian club, despite the recent flurry of rumors

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08 Nov 2023 | 14:06 |

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Fabrizio Romano brought information that triggered a series of reactions and speculation in football circles. The renowned journalist specializing in player transfers made a point of clarifying a situation involving the player Antony, creating an uproar among Flamengo fans and Brazilian clubs in general. Please understand that Antony will not join Flamengo or any Brazilian club, despite of recent rumors circulating on social media and in sports headlines. Fabrizio Romano, known for his reliability in transfer information, emphasized that this possibility is not even being considered. This represents a blow to the fans who were hoping to see the young talent wearing Mengão's colors.


According to Romano, there is no loan agreement in progress, and there are also no plans for Antony to return to Brazil at the time. This puts an end to the links that emerged involving Gabigol, one of Flamengo's main scorers. The hypothesis of an exchange involving these two players, which seemed intriguing to some, was categorically denied. In a scenario where transfers and speculation are part of football's routine, Fabrizio Romano's words gain significant weight. His authority in the world of transfers is unquestionable, and his information generally turns out to be accurate. Therefore, when he declares that Antony is not on his way to Flamengo, the news is met with disappointment by some and relief by others.


While Antony's future on the football scene remains uncertain, there are other moves that are attracting the attention of sports fans. One of these cases is that of Jadon Sancho, a Manchester United player. Sancho is a talented English striker who arrived at Manchester United with great expectations, but has so far failed to reach his full potential at the club. Fabrizio Romano also provided information relating to Sancho, suggesting that the player hopes to leave #MUFC in January.


Speculation surrounding Sancho's future is fueled by his performance and the challenges faced at the English club. Many believe that he can seek new horizons to resume his career development. His potential is undeniable, and several European clubs would be keeping an eye on his abilities and willing to offer him an opportunity for success. The transfer market is a period full of upheavals, and the information brought by reliable journalists like Fabrizio Romano is crucial to understanding the movements of teams and players. In the case of Antony, the news that he is not transferring to Flamengo must be taken with due seriousness, as Romano has a history of accuracy in this type of information.

For fans of the club Flamengo, this means they will have to look at other options and hopes to reinforce the team. The club continues to look for reinforcements who can contribute to its future goals and achievements, but Antony's trajectory will not be part of that journey, at least for the moment. As for Jadon Sancho, the expectation of his departure from Manchester United adds an element of suspense for the January transfer market. Fans and clubs will be attentive to any movement regarding this talented English player, who could find a new home soon and thus have the opportunity to show his full potential.


In short, the Information brought by Fabrizio Romano is crucial to understanding the football transfer scenario, and at the moment, it indicates that Antony is not on his way to Flamengo, and Sancho may be looking for a new opportunity away from Manchester United. The transfer market is unpredictable, and fans and sports enthusiasts will continue to closely follow the news and developments of this exciting transfer window.


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OFFICIAL! Flamengo renews with Guillermo Varela until 2027

The full-back was in agreement with Mengão in the last few months, but reached an agreement and will remain with the red-black shirt for another two years.

Flamengo agrees to renew Guillermo Varela's contract until December 2027 - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Flamengo agrees to renew Guillermo Varela's contract until December 2027 - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

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Flamengo officially renewed Guillermo Varela's contract until December 2027 this Friday (15), as previously reported by Gazeta do Urubu.   . The signing took place at Ninho do Urubu, with the presence of the football technical director, José Boto.


An important player for Filipe Luís in 2025, Varela has played 35 games this season, starting 21 of them, scoring one goal and providing three assists. His versatility, also playing as a left-back and defensive midfielder, reinforces his value to the coaching staff.


Varela on the deal with Flamengo: "Everything was done very calmly"
VARELA DOESN'T HIDE HIS JOY


Negotiations had been dragging on since the beginning of the year, involving discussions about contract length, bonuses, and salary . The deal ends a period of uncertainty, especially given Wesley's likely departure for European football.

"I'm very happy to stay here, a little longer wearing this shirt, with this club. It was a smooth negotiation for both parties. They wanted me to stay, and I wanted to stay . So, everything was done very smoothly," said the Uruguayan.


NUMBERS AND TITLES FOR FLAMENGO

Since arriving at Flamengo in 2022, Varela has played 108 matches and scored three goals . During this period, he won five titles: Libertadores (2022), Copa do Brasil (2024), Supercopa (2025) and two Campeonato Cariocas (2024 and 2025).

Chance as a starter

With the ankle sprain suffered by Emerson Royal in the first leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores, Varela should take over as starter in the next matches against Internacional . Royal is practically out of this Sunday's duel (17), for the Brasileirão, and remains doubtful for the decisive match next Wednesday (20).


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Samuel Lino praises his Flamengo teammate: “great example…”

The striker quickly became one of the club's highlights after his arrival, but he makes a point of praising the Mengão veteran

Samuel Lino praises Bruno Henrique after Flamengo's victory over Internacional - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo
Samuel Lino praises Bruno Henrique after Flamengo's victory over Internacional - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

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After Flamengo's 1-0 victory over Internacional in the first leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16, Samuel Lino made a point of praising Bruno Henrique . The striker highlighted not only the number 27's technical quality, but especially his role as a leader of the squad.



Samuel Lino on Bruno Henrique at Flamengo: "he's a great example of a player"


"Bruno is a great player who has achieved a lot for Flamengo in recent years. He's a player of great quality, but I'd rather emphasize the person he is, our captain . He's always in the locker room talking to us," said Lino, who added:


"He's a role model, and it's great to have that kind of person around, because he's always looking out for the best for the group, helping everyone. Bruno is a great example of a player, of his career, of the victories he achieved at Flamengo . I hope to achieve the same as him here at Flamengo ," said the new number 16 of the Mais Querido.

BRUNO HENRIQUE: IDOL AND RECORD HOLDER

Bruno Henrique shares with Arrascaeta the title of greatest champion in the club's history , with 15 titles won: three Brazilian Championships, two Libertadores, one South American Recopa, three Super Cups, three Brazilian Cups and five Cariocas.

DECISIVE GOAL AGAINST INTER

In the match against Internacional, the striker scored the winning goal in the 27th minute of the first half , heading in a corner kick from Luiz Araújo. The result gives Flamengo the advantage for the return leg at Beira-Rio.

After the game, Bruno Henrique assessed the team's performance: "We took possession in the first half, and in the second, because we wanted to score quickly, we ended up opening up a bit . It's something we need to improve, especially in the first 15 minutes of the second half."

AGENDA

Flamengo will decide its place in the quarterfinals of the Libertadores next Wednesday (20), at Beira-Rio, in Porto Alegre. Before that, it will face Internacional again this Sunday (17), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), for the Brasileirão . Mengão is the leader of the competition with 40 points, three more than the second-placed Cruzeiro.


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Journalist claims Jorge Jesus wouldn't do a better job at Flamengo today

The Portuguese coach commanded Mengão in the historic year of 2019, but the analyst guarantees that the coach would not be able to make the current team play more

Journalist claims that Flamengo's current squad is not capable of playing better than in 2019 even if Jorge Jesus were the coach - Photo: Reproduction
Journalist claims that Flamengo's current squad is not capable of playing better than in 2019 even if Jorge Jesus were the coach - Photo: Reproduction

15 Ago 2025 | 17:30 |

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Flamengo is enjoying a great run of form under Filipe Luís, leading some fans to dream of a repeat of the historic 2019 season , when, under Jorge Jesus, the club won the Brasileirão and Libertadores. However, ESPN journalist Paulo Cobos considers the comparison hasty.


Paulo Cobos on the current Flamengo: "The Portuguese wouldn't make the current squad play better"


"The Flamengo of 2025 won't be as good as Jorge Jesus's 2019, and that won't be Filipe Luís's fault . The current team has many players who have rarely played professionally in Brazil. Expensive reinforcements, like Emerson Royal, have just arrived and are already being booed," he stated.


Cobos also highlighted the difference in attack: "Any quartet that Filipe Luís fields is far from the splendor of Arrascaeta, Everton Ribeiro, Bruno Henrique, and Gabigol. It's clear that Jorge Jesus, in 2019, was much more experienced than Filipe is today , but even at his peak, the Portuguese wouldn't have made the current squad play any better than that team."

COMPARISON IN NUMBERS
  • Flamengo 2019 (Jorge Jesus): 74 games | 49 wins | 16 draws | 9 losses | 73.4% success rate | Carioca, Brazilian and Libertadores Champion.
  • Flamengo 2025 (Filipe Luís): 49 games | 32 wins | 10 draws | 7 losses | 72.1% success rate | Leader of the Brasileirão and victory in the first leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores.
NEXT CHALLENGE


Flamengo returns to the field this Sunday (17), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), against Internacional, at Beira-Rio, for the 20th round of the Brazilian Championship. Mengão is the leader of the Brasileirão with 40 points , three more than the vice-leader, Cruzeiro, but with one game less compared to the Minas Gerais club.


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