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Exclusive: Boto adopts a low profile and resolves pending issues behind the scenes at Flamengo
13 Set 2025 | 15:29
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Under Tite's leadership at the beginning of the year, the club began its journey in search of important titles. However, fluctuations in performance and a series of worrying injuries compromised the team's performance at crucial moments. The arrival of Filipe Luís, this time as coach, brought a turnaround in the Rubro-Negro scenario.
O Flamengorediscovered its best football and became champion of the Copa do Brasil, one of the most important trophies on the national calendar. With consistent performances, the team showed its strength in the final stretch of the season, overcoming adversity and reaffirming its position as one of the giants of Brazilian football.
FLAMENGO TARGETED FOR TITLES AND FELL IN THE SEASON
Despite the Copa do Brasil title, the campaigns in other competitions left something to be desired. The early elimination in the Libertadores generated frustration among the fans, while the performance in the Brazilian Championship fell short of initial expectations.Still, Flamengo's final numbers in 2024 stand out among the country's main clubs.< /p>
According to SofaScore,Flamengo ended the year with a success rate of 66.7% in all competitions played. This index was the best among the 20 teams that participated in Série A of the Brasileirão, placing the club in a prominent position even in a year of challenges.
FILIPE LUIS DID A PERFECT JOB
Flamengo played 73 matches in 2024. The retrospect is impressive: they were 43 wins, 17 draws and just 13 defeats. Furthermore, the team found the net 114 times and conceded 51 goals, consolidating a positive balance that reflects the quality of the squad and the evolution of technical work throughout the season.
Injuries, however, were a constant obstacle. Key players were left out at decisive moments, which required creativity and planning from the coaching staff to keep the team competitive. Managing the squad became one of the biggest challenges for Filipe Luís, who had to adjust the team several times to deal with absences.
Brazilian coach rules out leaving for Turkey, remains focused on the Mais Querido project and should sign a new contract renewal soon
13 Set 2025 | 16:18 |
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As initially revealed by journalists Rodrigo Mattos and Bruno Braz, Turkey's Fenerbahçe presented an official proposal to Filipe Luís's staff following José Mourinho's dismissal. The Turkish team positively evaluated the Brazilian coach's work and signaled financial compensation.
However, Filipe Luís quickly decided not to accept the offer. The board, led by Bap, along with the football department led by José Boto, acted behind the scenes to prevent the coach's loss.
After a year at the helm, Filipe Luís has won titles, worked consistently, and maintained a firm stance in leading the team. One of the most talked-about cases was Pedro's, which the coach resolved efficiently , reinforcing his internal management capabilities.
According to Mônica Alves, the Rio de Janeiro club has already submitted a contract renewal proposal to Filipe Luís. The agreement is expected to be signed soon. Initially, the new contract will last for one more season, with the possibility of a two-year extension. Despite the financial compensation offered by Fenerbahçe, the coach preferred to continue working in Rio de Janeiro.
While negotiating the renewal, Rubro-Negro prepares for the 23rd round of the Brasileirão Betano Série A. Flamengo faces Juventude this Sunday (14), at 4 pm (Brasília time), at the Alfredo Jaconi Stadium, in Caxias do Sul.
After a turbulent departure to Zenit, Gerson faces difficulties in Russia, is left out of the national team and has his return to Mengão ruled out by the board
13 Set 2025 | 16:06 |
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After the Club World Cup, Flamengo sold Gerson to Zenit St. Petersburg for €25 million. The deal was mired in controversy: the Rio de Janeiro board was angered by the player's and his agent's behavior during the negotiations. As a result, the midfielder was removed from the club's digital museum, a move that caused a stir on social media.
Gerson isn't in great form at Zenit . He was left out of the Brazilian national team's last call-up and has only played six matches in the current Russian Championship. Behind-the-scenes reports indicate that the player is unhappy with his situation in Russian football.
According to journalist Fabrício Lopes, Gerson has not requested a return to Mengão and intends to turn things around at Zenit , where he has a contract until mid-2030. The same investigation indicates that Luiz Eduardo Baptista (BAP), president of the club's Board of Directors, does not consider opening the door for the number 8's return.
While Gerson continues his journey in Russian football, the Mais Querido board is focusing its efforts on specific renewals . José Boto is working to extend Uruguayan Giorgian De Arrascaeta's contract until 2028.
Furthermore, the manager is trying to unlock negotiations with Filipe Luís to ensure his continued coaching tenure . The initial offer was rejected, and the coach is demanding a salary increase to extend his contract.
CNRD orders Internacional to pay off debt of 1.47 million euros owed to Mais Querido by Thiago Maia, after Colorado's appeal was denied
13 Set 2025 | 15:51 |
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The dispute between Internacional and Flamengo over Thiago Maia's debt has entered a new chapter. According to information released by journalist Venê Casagrande, the Rio Grande do Sul club suffered another defeat at the National Chamber for Dispute Resolution (CNRD) , after having its "request for clarification" denied.
According to Venê Casagrande, Colorado still has the option of appealing to the Arbitration Chamber . However, this procedure is often costly and, in most cases, does not change decisions already made by the CNRD. Therefore, Flamengo is closely monitoring the case's developments and hopes to receive the amounts owed directly from Internacional.
The decision requires Internacional to pay €1,472,588.33 (approximately R$9 million at the current exchange rate) for the breach of contract involving Thiago Maia. In addition, the Rio Grande do Sul club must pay R$51,211.99 in legal costs.
Back in 2025, during a transfer window, Santos tried to sign Thiago Maia . However, the deal ended up not moving forward precisely because of this legal dispute between Internacional and Flamengo .
While the board moves behind the scenes, Flamengo focuses its efforts on the next matches of the 2025 season. In the 23rd round of the Brasileirão Betano Série A, the Rio de Janeiro team faces Juventude this Sunday (14), at the Alfredo Jaconi Stadium . Soon after, Mengão faces Estudiantes in the Libertadores, on the 18th.
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