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Flamengo moves forward to renew contract with Ninho's jewel

A standout this season, the young striker has sparked interest from European clubs, and the Rio de Janeiro club's board of directors wants to extend his contract and fine

Wallace Yan, Flamengo's star player at the 2025 Club World Cup, is in the sights of European football after a great season - photo: reproduction
Wallace Yan, Flamengo's star player at the 2025 Club World Cup, is in the sights of European football after a great season - photo: reproduction

03 Jul 2025 | 18:58 |

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Living one of his best moments in the 2025 season, Wallace Yan is in the plans of Flamengo's board for the future. In a meeting held this Tuesday (2), at Ninho do Urubu, the directors of the red-black club began negotiations with the representatives of the 20-year-old striker to renew his contract, currently valid until 2027.


The main objective of the meeting was to discuss the extension of the contract, the adjustment of the termination fee and to reinforce the club's contractual security in view of the growing interest from European teams. According to journalist Venê Casagrande, Flamengo is acting quickly behind the scenes to ensure that Wallace Yan's stay is favorable for both parties.


WALLACE YAN CALLS ATTENTION


Wallace Yan's good performance this season, especially during the Club World Cup , has attracted the interest of European football clubs. Among them, Wolverhampton , from England, who approached the athlete's agents.

The English team therefore wants to understand the contractual details, such as the length of the contract and the value of the termination fee. Despite the inquiry, there has been no formal proposal so far. Even so, the Rio de Janeiro club is already taking steps to protect the young player in the face of international harassment.


FINE OF R$ 258 MILLION

Wallace Yan currently has a release clause set at 40 million euros, equivalent to R$258 million at the current exchange rate. This amount puts Flamengo in a comfortable position in the face of possible international moves, allowing any eventual negotiation to take place within advantageous parameters. With the renewal underway, the tendency is for the clause to be readjusted, further increasing the club's contractual protection over the athlete.


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Flamengo will only have one absence against Internacional in the Libertadores at Beira-Rio

Erick Pulgar remains in the medical department and will be the only absence for Mais Querido against Internacional, in a decisive game in the round of 16

Flamengo will only be without Erick Pulgar against Internacional in the second leg of the Libertadores Round of 16 - photo: reproduction
Flamengo will only be without Erick Pulgar against Internacional in the second leg of the Libertadores Round of 16 - photo: reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 18:53 |

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Flamengo will have almost full strength in the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores , this Wednesday (20), against Internacional, at the Beira-Rio Stadium. The only confirmed absence is midfielder Erick Pulgar, who remains in the medical department and is not fit to play.


Pulgar had been an important player in Mais Querido 's midfield, but he won't be available. Other than that, all the other players are available to the coaching staff, which guarantees good lineup options and changes throughout the match.


PROBABLE LINEUP


The expectation is that Filipe Luís will send the following formation onto the field: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique (Pedro).

Coach Roher Machado's international squad should have: Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Alan Patrick, Bruno Tabata (Carbonero) and Wesley; Ricardo Mathias.


EXPERIENCED ARBITRATION

CONMEBOL announced that Uruguayan referee Esteban Ostojich will officiate. He is one of the most experienced referees in the organization, having already been involved in decisive Libertadores matches , and will officiate another important duel in South American football.


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Check out Flamengo's likely lineup for the match against Internacional in the Libertadores

After winning the last two matches against Colorado, Mengão will play for a draw at Beira-Rio to guarantee qualification for the quarterfinals

Flamengo faces Internacional at Beira-Rio in the Libertadores with the advantage of a draw to advance to the quarterfinals - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Internacional at Beira-Rio in the Libertadores with the advantage of a draw to advance to the quarterfinals - photo: reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 18:28 |

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This Wednesday (20), Flamengo will face Internacional again, this time in the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores, at the Beira-Rio Stadium. The Mais Querido arrives at the clash in high spirits, after winning the first game 1-0, at Maracanã, and repeating the positive result last Sunday (17), when they defeated the Gauchos 3-1 in the Brazilian Championship.


The Rio de Janeiro team, currently the sole leader of the Brasileirão , now turns its attention to the continental tournament. With the advantage of a draw, the goal is to secure a spot in the quarterfinals and continue its quest for a fourth Libertadores title. In the group stage, the club finished second in Group C with 11 points , the same score as leaders LDU. In seven matches, they recorded four wins, two draws, and one loss.


FLAMENGO'S PROBABLE LINEUP


The team is expected to take to the field with the following lineup: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho, and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino, and Bruno Henrique (Pedro) . The confirmed absence is midfielder Erick Pulgar, who remains in the medical department.

Coach Roher Machado's international squad should have: Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Alan Patrick, Bruno Tabata (Carbonero) and Wesley; Ricardo Mathias.


URUGUAYAN REFEREE WILL CONTROL THE MATCH

CONMEBOL has appointed Uruguayan Esteban Ostojich as the match's main referee . Recognized for his experience in international tournaments, he has already officiated decisive matches in the competition and returns to referee a highly significant match on the continental stage.


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CONMEBOL appoints referee for Flamengo vs Internacional in the Copa Libertadores

Uruguayan will lead the decisive duel at Beira-Rio; recent history shows Mengão's balance in games and experience in important matches in the tournament

Conmebol confirms Esteban Ostojich as referee for Flamengo vs Internacional in the round of 16 of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction
Conmebol confirms Esteban Ostojich as referee for Flamengo vs Internacional in the round of 16 of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 18:09 |

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CONMEBOL announced this week that Uruguayan referee Esteban Ostojich will officiate the match between Flamengo and Internacional , the second leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 , at Beira-Rio Stadium. He is considered one of the most experienced referees in South America and has already been involved in important decisions in the organization's tournaments.


In this edition of the tournament, Ostojich has already officiated in seven matches, being selected in key matches . The referee is frequently chosen for Brazilian club matches, reinforcing his position of trust within CONMEBOL.


Ostojich has refereed four matches involving Flamengo , with a balanced record: two wins, one draw, and one loss. In 2021, he was present for the 3-2 victory over LDU. The following year, he oversaw Corinthians' 1-0 triumph. In 2023, he officiated the 1-1 draw against Ñublense, and in 2024, he refereed the defeat to Palestino, which was marked by refereeing controversy.


REFEREE'S RECENT HISTORY

Internacional has also been led by the Uruguayan in decisive moments. The most recent example came in the 2023 Copa Libertadores quarterfinals, when the Rio Grande do Sul team defeated Bolívar 2-0 at Beira-Rio . This positive record boosts Colorado's confidence for the decisive clash against Mengão.


FLAMENGO'S PROBABLE LINEUP

For the duel, the expectation is that coach Filipe Luís will maintain the following starting lineup: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique (Pedro).


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