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Flamengo is closely monitoring the striker's situation, who may terminate his contract with Al-Hilal

Rubro-Negro is following developments closely, aware that a termination could pave the way for an attempt to repatriate the player to Brazil.

The striker could leave the Saudi club, Flamengo is watching Malcom's move to leave Al Hilal (Photo/ Instagram)
The striker could leave the Saudi club, Flamengo is watching Malcom's move to leave Al Hilal (Photo/ Instagram)

06 Jul 2025 | 19:56 |

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Malcolm is close to ending his stint at Al-Hilal. According to Saudi journalist Ashrq Al-Awsat, the Arab club is considering terminating the striker's contract after an internal crisis that came to light after the team's elimination to Fluminense in the Club World Cup semi-finals. At the time, the Brazilian had a disagreement with the Saudi team's fans, exchanging insults on the way to the locker room.


The video of the confusion circulated on social media and exposed a climate of tension that had already been growing behind the scenes. According to information released by local media, Malcom does not want to continue at Al-Hilal . The board, faced with the tension between the player and the fans, combined with the request from new coach Simone Inzaghi for changes in the squad, is considering ending the million-dollar contract signed with the Brazilian in 2023.


SALARY VALUES GET IN THE WAY OF NEGOTIATIONS


The termination, if finalized, would be the end of the striker's ups and downs in Saudi football, despite the good numbers he has accumulated: 100 games, 39 goals and 30 assists. Flamengo showed interest in Malcom in June of this year, carrying out a formal inquiry. The idea was to seek a strong reinforcement for the offensive sector, and the name of the former Corinthians player gained traction internally. However, it came up against high salaries.

MALCOM MAY LEAVE THE CLUB


According to journalist Jorge Nicola, Malcom receives around R$8 million per month at Al-Hilal, a figure completely out of line with the reality of South American football. Even with the possible termination, Rubro-Negro could only move forward if the player accepted a substantial cut in his salary.

At 28 years old, Malcom is seen as a name capable of raising the technical level of the team led by Filipe Luís . His experience in Europe, with spells at Barcelona and Zenit, puts him at another competitive level.


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Samuel Lino criticizes refereeing in Flamengo's draw against Grêmio

The striker assessed that the referee's conduct benefited the opponent, but celebrated his first call-up to defend the Brazilian National Team

Samuel Lino criticizes the refereeing in the draw with Grêmio in the Brasileirão and celebrates his first call-up to the Brazilian National Team - photo: reproduction
Samuel Lino criticizes the refereeing in the draw with Grêmio in the Brasileirão and celebrates his first call-up to the Brazilian National Team - photo: reproduction

31 Ago 2025 | 23:00 |

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Paulo César Zanovelli's refereeing generated complaints after the 1-1 draw between Flamengo and Grêmio, this Sunday (31), at Maracanã. Leaving the field, Samuel Lino stated that the conduct of the match favored the team from Rio Grande do Sul and disrupted the rhythm of Mais Querido.


" In the Flamengo games I've played so far, the refereeing has been very good; I have nothing to say or complain about. It was fair in the games we played. I think today it really slowed down the game, slowed things down a lot. This benefited Grêmio more than us. We were playing at home, with our own rhythm, with strong marking. A little foul here, another here. But what can you do? There's no point in talking now. There's no point in sitting here complaining," the forward emphasized.


RUBRO-NEGRO STRIKER CELEBRATES CALL-UP


Despite his disappointment with the result, Samuel Lino had reason to celebrate. The striker received his first call-up to the Brazilian national team and expressed surprise at the news.

" When I got the news, I was very happy. I was surprised, because I wasn't expecting it. I want to make the most of it; I'm expecting it to be a great time, and I'll learn a lot, " the player said after the match.


FLAMENGO RETURNS TO THE FIELD

The Brasileirão will be suspended for the FIFA World Cup. Mengão's next match will be on September 14th, against Juventude at the Alfredo Jaconi stadium. Their opponents are currently in 17th place, but are riding high after a victory over Ceará and are looking for a comeback to escape the relegation zone.


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Flamengo striker Samuel Lino reveals his call-up: "I was surprised"

The Rubro-Negro striker celebrated his first call-up to defend Brazil, following Matheus Cunha's injury, and promises to take advantage of the opportunity in the Qualifiers

Samuel Lino is called up by the Brazilian National Team after a draw against Grêmio and celebrates his first opportunity with Carlo Ancelotti - photo: Flamengo
Samuel Lino is called up by the Brazilian National Team after a draw against Grêmio and celebrates his first opportunity with Carlo Ancelotti - photo: Flamengo

31 Ago 2025 | 22:00 |

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Despite the 1-1 draw between Flamengo and Grêmio at the Maracanã in the 22nd round of the Brasileirão, Samuel Lino had a special reason to celebrate. The striker was called up to the Brazilian national team for the first time , following the injury of Manchester United's Matheus Cunha.


" When I got the news, I was very happy. I was surprised, because I wasn't expecting it. I want to make the most of it; I'm expecting it to be a great time, and I'll learn a lot, " the player declared after the match.


WHY SAMUEL LINO WON THE VACANCY


Samuel Lino 's call-up was due to Matheus Cunha's injury, which meant he would miss the next few matches. Coach Carlo Ancelotti decided to opt for the Mais Querido forward , who will have a chance to play for the national team in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers against Chile and Bolivia.

On the field, the match ended in a draw. The Rio de Janeiro team's goal was scored by Arrascaeta, following an assist from Pedro . The Rio Grande do Sul team equalized late on with a penalty kick converted by goalkeeper Thiago Volpi after a deflected ball hit Ayrton Lucas's arm.


FLAMENGO WILL HAVE A BREAK IN THE BRAZILIAN CHAMPIONSHIP

The calendar is now paused for the FIFA World Cup. Mengão's next match will be on September 14th, against Juventude at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium. The Rio Grande do Sul club sits in 17th place, but is riding high after a victory over Ceará and promises to make life difficult for the Brazilian Championship leader.


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Paquetá at Flamengo? José Boto opens up about the arrival of reinforcements

Rubro-Negro's football director stated his satisfaction with the current squad and signaled that the market remains open until the 2nd for possible opportunities.

José Boto stated that Flamengo should not sign new reinforcements and highlighted his confidence in the current squad for the rest of the Brasileirão - photo: reproduction
José Boto stated that Flamengo should not sign new reinforcements and highlighted his confidence in the current squad for the rest of the Brasileirão - photo: reproduction

31 Ago 2025 | 21:45 |

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Following the 1-1 draw with Grêmio in the 22nd round of the Brazilian Championship , football director José Boto responded to questions about potential reinforcements for the Mais Querido. According to the director, the club is satisfied with the squad assembled so far and is unlikely to make any further moves in the transfer market.


" The window is still open, until the 2nd. We don't have any plans to bring anyone else, but you never know because the market is volatile; an opportunity, a good deal, might arise. But, in principle, it's closed. I don't even think we have... in Portugal we say that too much water kills the plant, and I think we have enough water," declared José Boto at the Maracanã.


WHICH PLAYERS DOES RUBRO-NEGRO


During this window, the club had already made significant moves, securing the arrival of defensive midfielder Jorginho, midfielder Saúl Ñíguez, forward Samuel Lino, midfielder Jorge Carrascal, and right-back Emerson Royal. Prior to this, striker Juninho had been announced as a reinforcement earlier in the year.

With this scenario, the tendency is that the current cast will be maintained , except for any sales proposals that may arise until the closing of the window, scheduled for next Tuesday (02).


BRAZILIAN CHAMPIONSHIP BREAK FOR FIFA DATES

With the end of the round, the Brazilian Championship goes on a two-week break due to FIFA dates. Flamengo returns to action on September 14th, against Juventude, in Caxias do Sul. The match presents a historic challenge, as the team hasn't won at Alfredo Jaconi Stadium in almost three decades.


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