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Flamengo targets Serie B goalkeeper and could face auction with Palmeiras

The Rio de Janeiro club could compete with the São Paulo team to sign a goalkeeper and is preparing to invest in renewing the position.

Pedro Morisco, young goalkeeper for Coritiba, is being watched by Flamengo for possible reinforcement in 2026 - photo: reproduction
Pedro Morisco, young goalkeeper for Coritiba, is being watched by Flamengo for possible reinforcement in 2026 - photo: reproduction

30 Jul 2025 | 13:40 |

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Flamengo is keeping an eye on its target's future and is already moving towards 2026. The club is closely monitoring goalkeeper Pedro Morisco , just 21 years old, who excelled during the 2025 season for Coritiba. The club's board sees the youngster as a replacement with technical quality and potential for development, although they are aware that they will face strong competition and will need to invest heavily.


According to journalist Jorge Nicola, the goalkeeper is considered one of the top prospects in the country . Mengão isn't the only one interested: Palmeiras is also closely monitoring Morisco's situation.


His market value is around €1 million (approximately R$6.4 million) , but Coritiba, aware of the player's potential, has no intention of releasing him for a modest sum. Internally, the Paraná club is working with the expectation of a significant financial return if negotiations are concluded.


DEPARTURE OF MATHEUS CUNHA

Besides focusing on the future, there's an immediate need within Flamengo's squad. Matheus Cunha, Rossi's current backup, has a contract that only runs until December 31st and has already signed a pre-agreement with Cruzeiro . Therefore, the Gávea board is intensifying its search for a new player to fill the roster spot starting next season.


MORISCO HAS AN ALIGNED PROFILE

With good positioning, sharp reflexes, and game reading, Pedro Morisco's attributes have caught the attention of Flamengo 's football department. The potential signing is seen not only as a temporary replacement , but as a medium- to long-term investment, potentially ushering in a new phase in the defense.


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Live: watch the game between Flamengo and Internacional for the Libertadores at Beira-Rio

After winning the first leg at Maracanã, Mais Querido will play for a draw against Colorado to confirm their qualification for the Copa Libertadores.

Flamengo faces Internacional at Beira-Rio in the second leg of the Libertadores round of 16 with Mengão in the lead - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Internacional at Beira-Rio in the second leg of the Libertadores round of 16 with Mengão in the lead - photo: reproduction

20 Ago 2025 | 19:30 |

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Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (20), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Internacional at Beira-Rio Stadium, in Porto Alegre. The duel is valid for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores. In the first leg, played at Maracanã, Rubro-Negro won 1-0 with a goal from Bruno Henrique and now only needs a draw to advance to the quarterfinals.


Fans will be able to watch the decisive match between Internacional and Flamengo live on broadcast, cable, and streaming TV. The game will be covered on three platforms. Rede Globo will broadcast the match on broadcast TV and Globoplay. ESPN subscribers will be able to watch on cable. Disney+ will also broadcast the match via exclusive streaming service.


LIVE FLAMENGO X INTERNACIONAL


PROBABLE LINEUPS


Coach Roger Machado should keep his base in Colorado, while Filipe Luís has Arrascaeta and Bruno Henrique in the starting lineup. Internacional should go to the field with: Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Tabata, Alan Patrick and Wesley; Ricardo Mathias.

Flamengo 's likely lineup should have changes in midfield: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique.



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Flamengo and Betano want a 'super signing' and Dybala is speculated

Agreement signed until 2028 could bring in more than R$932 million for the Rio de Janeiro club; company is considering investing in the arrival of an international star

Flamengo signs a million-dollar contract with Betano until 2028 and fans are excited about the possible arrival of Paulo Dybala at Flamengo - photo: reproduction
Flamengo signs a million-dollar contract with Betano until 2028 and fans are excited about the possible arrival of Paulo Dybala at Flamengo - photo: reproduction

20 Ago 2025 | 18:23 |

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Flamengo confirmed this week Betano as its new master sponsor in a contract valid until December 2028. The agreement, considered historic, could generate up to R$932.5 million for the Rio de Janeiro club's coffers.


Thus, it consolidates itself as one of the largest commercial agreements ever made in Brazilian football. In addition to the financial contribution, the partnership aims to strengthen the brand's image nationwide through fan activations and sports marketing initiatives.


BETANO ASSESSES THE POSSIBILITY


According to the newspaper O Globo, Betano is also considering the possibility of bringing a major international star to the squad. The news excited fans, who began suggesting prominent names from European football.

Among the most frequently mentioned is Paulo Dybala, an Argentine striker who plays for Roma in Italy. The player has recently been linked with a move to Grêmio and his future is being monitored by several clubs.


DYBALA'S SALARY VALUES

The Argentine star's contract with Roma runs until June 2026 and has a release clause estimated at €12 million, approximately R$76.6 million . Although the fee is considered affordable for the market, the obstacle lies in the player's salary.

Dybala currently earns €8 million per year, equivalent to R$51.1 million . This amount represents approximately R$4.2 million per month, even exceeding the salaries of Neymar at Santos and Memphis Depay at Corinthians.


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Exclusive: speculated at Flamengo, Lucas Beltrán defines future in Europe

The Argentine striker has shown no interest in returning to South America, and CSKA has made a similar offer to the one made by Rubro-Negro a few weeks ago.

Lucas Beltrán is close to joining CSKA after refusing to return to South America, a decision that keeps the striker away from Flamengo - photo: reproduction
Lucas Beltrán is close to joining CSKA after refusing to return to South America, a decision that keeps the striker away from Flamengo - photo: reproduction

20 Ago 2025 | 18:13 |

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Lucas Beltrán, a Flamengo target this transfer window , is close to finalizing his move to CSKA Moscow in Russia. With no place at Fiorentina, the 24-year-old striker opted to remain in European football and expressed no interest in returning to South America. According to Gazeta do Urubu, negotiations are advanced, and a deal with the Russian club could be finalized soon.


The Italian press revealed that CSKA presented a proposal of €12 million fixed, plus €3 million in goal bonuses , totaling €15 million. The amount is equivalent to the offer already made by Rubro-Negro, who had reached an agreement with Fiorentina.


Despite this, the operation was ultimately vetoed by Beltrán himself, who preferred to remain in Europe . The striker's family also wanted him to remain in Italy, which influenced the decision.


ZENIT EMERGED AS AN INTERESTED PARTY

Earlier this month, journalist Marco Giordano noted that Zenit was monitoring the player's situation. The Russian club, which recently signed Gerson after his departure from Mengão , has expressed interest in moving forward, but CSKA is closest to concluding the deal. Given this scenario, Beltrán's future is likely to be decided soon, and it's unlikely to be in South American football.


AGREEMENT BETWEEN FIORENTINA AND RUBRO-NEGRO

The deal between Fiorentina and Rubro-Negro was already in place. The Italian press reported that the Brazilians' offer included 12 million euros , plus another 3 million in bonuses for goals, totaling approximately 95 million reais.


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