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23 Mai 2025 | 18:18 |
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With the Club World Cup on the radar, Flamengo entered the field off the pitch. The club has started negotiations with its main targets in the transfer market, but is acting cautiously given the scenario projected for FIFA's emergency window, which will open between June 1st and 10th.
The fear is that clubs will use the urgency of tournament participants as currency to inflate values. Technical director José Boto confirmed, in an interview with FlaTV, that Rubro-Negro has already moved on to the negotiation phase with the names defined internally. The goal is to strengthen the squad without compromising the financial policy established by the board.
We are in the negotiation phase, so that these players arrive as soon as possible and further strengthen our squad”, said Boto.
Among the names being targeted, the closest to a deal is midfielder Jorginho, who is in the final stretch of his contract with Arsenal. According to journalist Raisa Simplicio, from the GOAL portal, the player is already in advanced negotiations to wear the Sacred Mantle. The possible arrival of Jorginho could be Flamengo's only major move in the emergency window, if the prices of other targets do not match the internal assessment made by the board.
A source heard by GOAL was direct: “If it means paying more to have [the reinforcement] at the Club World Cup, it won’t come”. With the second window of the national transfer window scheduled for July 10, the club understands that there will be enough time to reinforce the group throughout the second half of the year, since the Brasileirão will be interrupted during the international tournament.
The red-and-black strategy is not to act on impulse, even with the symbolic weight of seeking the unprecedented World Cup title. The reading behind the scenes is that paying above market value, even for a one-off reinforcement, would create a dangerous precedent for future negotiations. In addition to Jorginho, Flamengo is mapping the market in search of an attacking midfielder with a profile similar to that of Arrascaeta, currently an absolute starter, but who tends to alternate between great performances and periods of physical exhaustion.
Right-back currently at Corinthians, he has attracted interest from English football and could generate future gains of 30% from the sale to Flamengo in 2026
07 Out 2025 | 18:42 |
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Flamengo could receive an unexpected boost to its coffers in 2026 with the potential transfer of Corinthians right-back Matheuzinho to clubs in England . The deal, if successful, would yield 30% of the sale price to Flamengo , a percentage that has remained unchanged since the transfer in 2024.
At the time, the São Paulo club acquired 60% of the player's economic rights for around €4 million , approximately R$21 million, while 10% remained with Londrina, the club where he trained. Flamengo made an immediate profit of R$12.8 million between the purchase and sale, but the real financial potential lies in future negotiations, should European interest materialize.
At Corinthians , the 23-year-old full-back excelled under Dorival Júnior and became a key player in the team's defense. Initially surrounded by suspicion, Matheuzinho demonstrated consistency and consistency, racking up standout performances throughout the season.
His performance has caught the attention of the international market. English clubs are already monitoring the player and preparing inquiries for the next transfer window. Although the names of the interested teams have not been disclosed, the player's value is evident , increasing the chances of future profits for Mengão.
Behind the scenes, the outlook is considered positive. The player's increased value and European interest could generate significant gains for Flamengo , in addition to keeping the club alert to the market and potential investment opportunities for future signings.
After losing 1-0 to Bahia, Mengão is looking to get back to winning ways in the next five rounds of the Brasileirão
07 Out 2025 | 15:49 |
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Flamengo suffered a 1-0 loss to Bahia, a result that complicated its position in the Brasileirão standings. In its last five matches, the "Mais Querido" has won only one , drawn three, and now has lost one, highlighting the team's need for an immediate response.
Coach Filipe Luís will have ten days to adjust the team before the next match, scheduled for October 15th against Botafogo. The FIFA break will be crucial, as most of Mengão's key players are not involved in international call-ups and can participate fully in training.
Flamengo reached agreements with the federations to protect its players. The club's medical department sent reports detailing the physical strain caused by the backlog of matches , particularly regarding players who could have been called up by Uruguay.
Therefore, the red-black team returns to the field on October 15th, for the 28th round of the Brasileirão , against Botafogo, at 7:30 pm, at Nilton Santos Stadium. After the loss to Bahia, Flamengo occupies second place in the table with 55 points , tied with Palmeiras, who has the advantage in the number of victories.
The striker is experiencing a period of little participation at Mengão and is awaiting an offer from Al-Duhail to regain prominence in his international career.
07 Out 2025 | 15:08 |
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Striker Michael is facing a difficult period at Flamengo and may be close to a change of scenery. Not in coach Filipe Luís's plans, the player is awaiting an offer from Al-Duhail of Qatar, which is expected to resume negotiations in January. His staff believes that playing outside of Brazil is the best path for his career.
Michael hasn't played since June 24, when he came on for 31 minutes against Los Angeles FC in the Club World Cup. Despite recovering from ankle pain and training normally , he hasn't even been named on the bench.
In the last transfer window, Mengão included the striker on the list of available players. The only concrete offer came from Al-Ula, offering a one-year loan for $2.5 million with an option to buy at the end, but it was rejected by the Flamengo player himself.
Al-Duhail is interested in signing Michael for the 2026 season, betting he can regain the prominence he had at Al-Hilal before returning to Brazil. The team expects an official offer to be made early next year.
At Mengão, Michael is finding it difficult to play, as Bruno Henrique, Pedro, Plata, and Wallace Yan have been prioritized up front. The coach stated that the selections are purely technical and that the striker maintains good performance in training, but opportunities remain limited.
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