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Flamengo closes its doors to sign an English club player

The board says it has no interest in counting on the Brazilian who plays for football in England; striker is not in the English team's plans

Flamengo does not want to negotiate for Antony
Flamengo does not want to negotiate for Antony

31 Out 2024 | 10:27 |

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In the last few hours, the British press reported Flamengo's interest in signing of striker Antony, from Manchester United, for next season. However, a source linked to the red-black board denied this information. It is worth remembering that the club will have elections on December 9th, which could change the current management. The information is from the ‘Mundo Rubro-Negro’ portal.


Antony has a contract with Manchester United until June 2027 and, according to the website Transfermarkt, his market value is around around 20 million euros (approximately R$124 million). The English club paid 100 million euros (around R$504 million) to take him from Ajax in August 2022, but is already considering a possible negotiation for the player in 2025.


The English portal Football Insider recently reported that Manchester United would not rule out a paid loan for Antony. In 2021, Flamengo had already reached a similar agreement with the English club to sign Andreas Pereira, who arrived for a one-year loan, with the purchase price fixed at the end of the contract. However, the player returned to United in 2022.


Swap between Gabigol and Antony?

In November 2023, the English newspaper The Mirror even speculated that Manchester United would be interested in signing Gabigol , considering releasing Antony on loan to Flamengo. However, the news was nothing more than a rumor. Gabi remained at Rubro-Negro, where he seeks to consolidate himself in the 2024 season, just as Antony does at United.


Gabigol Renewal

Despite rumors, a negotiation involving Gabigol today is impossible, given that the striker's contract with Flamengo ends on December 31st this year. With this, the player will be free on the market to sign with any team. Despite this, the number 99's priority is to renew with Mengão, but due to the athlete's bad phase and the elections at the end of the year, the tendency is for the agreement not to happen.



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Flamengo has 3 absences for the match against Internacional, in the Libertadores

Mais Querido faces a Colorado team in the round of 16 of the international competition with three confirmed absences and De La Cruz as a doubt

Flamengo will have important absences against Internacional in the Libertadores, with Pulgar, Danilo and Arrascaeta out of the first leg - photo: reproduction
Flamengo will have important absences against Internacional in the Libertadores, with Pulgar, Danilo and Arrascaeta out of the first leg - photo: reproduction

13 Ago 2025 | 13:20 |

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Coach Filipe Luís will have an extra challenge in the first leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores. Against Internacional, this Wednesday (13) , at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã, Mengão will enter the field with significant losses that could change the team's tactical pattern.


One of the pillars of the Flamengo midfield, Erick Pulgar, is out of the match due to recovery from surgery on the fifth metatarsal bone in his right foot. He is still on a rehabilitation schedule and has no immediate return date.


In defense, Danilo will be absent, having suffered a hamstring injury in his right thigh . Despite progress in his treatment and already undergoing physical therapy on the field, the defender is not expected to be available until the next Brazilian Championship match.


ARRASCAETA SUSPENDED

The midfield also lacks creativity with the absence of Arrascaeta . The Uruguayan is suspended after receiving his third yellow card in the last round of the group stage, against Deportivo Táchira (VEN).


DE LA CRUZ IS STILL UNCERTAINTY

The only doubt on the list is Nico De La Cruz . The number 18 has not played since July 16 due to pain in his left knee , but participated in collective training last Monday (11). Confirmation of his presence should happen after the activity this Tuesday (12). If he is released, he could be a key piece in the offensive creation.


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Flamengo could have two reinforcements for the match against Internacional, in the Libertadores

Uruguayan midfielder returns to training with the group and could be a new addition to the team for the first leg against Internacional at Maracanã; Michael could also be in the lineup

De La Cruz returns to training and could be an important reinforcement for Flamengo against Internacional in the Libertadores at Maracanã - photo: reproduction
De La Cruz returns to training and could be an important reinforcement for Flamengo against Internacional in the Libertadores at Maracanã - photo: reproduction

13 Ago 2025 | 13:06 |

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After almost a month away from the pitch due to a problem in his left knee, Nico De La Cruz returned to work with the main squad this week. The Uruguayan midfielder's participation in training created an expectation among the fans for this Wednesday's (13) match, at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), against Internacional, at Maracanã, for the round of 16 of the Libertadores.


Despite his physical development, the number 18 is still not guaranteed a presence. The decision should be made this Wednesday afternoon (13) , when the coaching staff will announce those involved in the game. If he is released, De La Cruz should be an option on the bench.


MICHAEL MAY BE NEW


Striker Michael is recovered and ready to be selected for the match against Internacional. However, he is seeking other teams to negotiate with and has been cleared by the board and coaching staff to remain on the sidelines while awaiting a transfer.

CONFIRMED SHORTAGES


De La Cruz's potential return comes at a difficult time for the squad, which will already be without Erick Pulgar and Danilo due to injuries. Arrascaeta is also suspended after receiving his third yellow card in the final round of the group stage against Deportivo Táchira (VEN).

MATCH DETAILS

The duel between Flamengo and Internacional starts at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), with live broadcast on Rede Globo, on open TV, and on Disney+, via streaming. The return match is scheduled for next Wednesday (20), at Beira-Rio Stadium, in Porto Alegre.


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Neto uses Flamengo as an example to criticize Corinthians' efficiency

Commentator sees gross errors on the part of the black and white team and says the club can take inspiration from Mengão to avoid further defeats

Neto uses Flamengo as an example for Corinthians to improve its defensive consistency - Photo: Reproduction/band
Neto uses Flamengo as an example for Corinthians to improve its defensive consistency - Photo: Reproduction/band

13 Ago 2025 | 13:04 |

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For presenter Neto, Corinthians, which announced the signing of former Mengão player Vitinho , should be inspired by Flamengo's defensive solidity . The statement came after the São Paulo club's 2-1 defeat to Juventude last Monday (11), a result that kept the team with 22 points — 18 less than the Brasileirão leader.


Neto on Flamengo's defensive consistency: "How do these guys do it?"


"Football is played in a way you have to understand. Look at Flamengo at home. Do you know how many goals Flamengo conceded at Maracanã? Two goals. Two goals, that's impressive . So, wait a minute. How do these guys do it? Because there's something different about it," Neto pointed out during Band's Os Donos da Bola program.


THE CONTEXT

So far, Corinthians has conceded 23 goals in 19 matches in the Brazilian Championship. When analyzing the defensive performance in the loss to Juventude, Neto was full of criticism, using expressions like "dead," "nasty," "tiriça," and "poorly positioned" to describe the team's performance during the goals conceded at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium.


FLAMENGO DEFENSE IN NUMBERS

With a game in hand over Corinthians, Flamengo has conceded just eight goals in the Brasileirão, two of them at the Maracanã . This defensive performance has helped Flamengo maintain its lead, with 40 points, three more than the team in second place.

INSPIRATION IN RUBRO-NEGRO

Along with Neto, Romeu Tuma Jr., president of Corinthians' Deliberative Council, also advocated for the club to follow Flamengo's example: "Corinthians needs to turn the page and rise from the ashes. I want to fly like an eagle; we want to be Flamengo, and we will be, " the director stated.


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