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Flamengo prioritizes renewal of holder contracts after initial reinforcements

Black-black club focuses efforts on maintaining medallions and prominent pieces while reducing new signings by 2025.

Flamengo concentrates efforts on the renewal of contracts from holders such as Erick Pulgar, Gerson and Arrascaeta, aiming at stability for the cast. (Photo: Flamengo)
Flamengo concentrates efforts on the renewal of contracts from holders such as Erick Pulgar, Gerson and Arrascaeta, aiming at stability for the cast. (Photo: Flamengo)

15 Fev 2025 | 11:49 |

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Flamengo changed its Strategy for the beginning of 2025, focusing on maintenance of the cast after reinforcing the team with the hires of Juninho and Danilo. Now, the Mais Dea Board works to renew the contracts of three players considered essential by coach Filipe Luís: The Erick Pulgar, Gerson and Arrascaeta socks. The priority, at the moment, is to ensure the permanence of the Chilean steering wheel, whose bond ends at the end of this season.




Priority for Erick Pulfa


Of the three athletes, Erick Pulgar is the only one with a contract near the end, in December 2025. Therefore, technical director José Boto has already contacted the representatives of shirt 5 to discuss a possible renewal . While CRF treats the case as urgent, the player's staff keeps the doors open for foreign club proposals, which can complicate negotiations.

Quiet situation for Gerson and Arrascaeta

Gerson and Arrascaeta have more stable situations . The Brazilian, who acts as a shirt 8, is linked to Mengão until the end of 2027, while the Uruguayan, shirt 10, has a contract until 2026. While Gerson's businessman, known as “Marcão”, seeks a salary increase, Arrascaeta agents propose an agreement that extend the contract to their retirement.

According to calculated information, Flamengo maintains a climate of tranquility in conversations with players and their representatives. In addition to the trio of holders, the club also negotiates the renewal with goalkeeper Cleiton, defender Matheus Cunha and Coach Filipe Luís himself, whose contracts end in December 2025. -Afirma-Journalist "Target =" _ Blank "> Board Search stability for the cast aiming at the next challenges of the season. , 24); ">

After reinforcing the team with Juninho and Danilo, the red-black decided to curb the searches for new hiring . The idea is to keep the current group until the next transfer window, scheduled to take place between June 2 and 10, on the eve of the Super World Clubs. However, the club does not rule out the possibility of investing in an athlete who appears as a “good market opportunity” as long as the cost-benefit is favorable.


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Flamengo target Gabriel Jesus could switch teams in the Premier League

The striker had his name linked with Mengão, but he should receive an offer to stay in England aiming for more minutes on the field

Speculated to be at Flamengo, Gabriel Jesus is in Everton's sights to remain in the Premier League - Photo: Reproduction
Speculated to be at Flamengo, Gabriel Jesus is in Everton's sights to remain in the Premier League - Photo: Reproduction

05 Out 2025 | 18:30 |

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Gabriel Jesus' future is once again stirring up the European market and also sparking interest in Brazil. The Arsenal striker has landed on Flamengo's radar , but the high fees involved make any move extremely difficult for the Rio de Janeiro club. In England, Everton has emerged as the main interested party for the 2026 season .


ENGLISH INTEREST AND HIGH TRANSFER COST


Everton are looking for a top center forward and consider Gabriel Jesus the ideal candidate to lead their rebuild. Arsenal, however, aren't going to make things easy: the London club is asking £30 million (approximately R$217 million) for the player's release . Despite the high price, the Toffees aren't ruling out a move, as long as the striker agrees to adjust his salary terms.


RED-BLACK MONITORING

In Brazil, Flamengo is monitoring the situation remotely. The board believes that a proposal would only be possible if the player's fees were significantly reduced or if Arsenal changed its stance, as it has so far ruled out any loan offer and insisted on a permanent sale.


SALARY IS AN OBSTACLE FOR ANY CLUB

Gabriel Jesus earns approximately £13.7 million per season, equivalent to R$99 million annually, or about R$8.2 million per month . This salary level is unaffordable for almost all clubs outside of Europe's elite. Everton is considering moving forward only if the striker agrees to a salary reduction, as they cannot match Arsenal's current pay.

A DISTANT REALITY FOR BRAZILIAN FOOTBALL

To play for Flamengo, the Brazilian would have to accept a drastic salary cut . Even though he's a highly popular player, the board believes it would be impossible to handle such a large payroll without compromising financial planning.

OPEN SCENARIO

At 28 years old, Gabriel Jesus still attracts interest from several markets. Everton appears to be the most realistic destination, while Flamengo remains alert to a possible unlikely opportunity . Arsenal, meanwhile, is awaiting official offers to finalize the striker's future in the January window.


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Flamengo has 3 players suspended for the match against Bahia; see

Mengão players will have to be wary of a possible third yellow card against Tricolor to avoid being left out of the classic against Botafogo

Check out Flamengo's players suspended for the match against Bahia who could be missing against Botafogo - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Check out Flamengo's players suspended for the match against Bahia who could be missing against Botafogo - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

05 Out 2025 | 17:26 |

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Flamengo takes to the field this Sunday (5), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Bahia at Arena Fonte Nova, for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship. However, in addition to the concern about the result, Filipe Luís' team needs to manage the risk of important suspensions for the next match, against Botafogo.


THREE PLAYERS AT RISK OF SUSPENSION


The main name among those suspended is Arrascaeta, Flamengo 's technical standout this season and a key player in the red-and-black formation . The Uruguayan will need to act cautiously to avoid receiving a third yellow card.


Another player under scrutiny is Colombian Carrascal , who also has two cards and could be out if he receives another warning. Rounding out the list is midfielder Allan, who divides opinion among fans, who is the third player at risk of suspension.

THE THRUSH IS STILL OUT, BUT IT IS ALSO HANGING


In addition to the available trio, midfielder Erick Pulgar is also suspended, although he remains out due to injury . The Chilean is recovering from a fractured fifth metatarsal in his right foot and has no confirmed return date yet.

PROBABLE LINEUP AGAINST BAHIA

Of the suspended players, only Arrascaeta is expected to start. Flamengo 's likely starting lineup for the match in Salvador is: Rossi; Varela (Royal), Danilo, Léo Ortiz, and Ayrton Lucas; De la Cruz, Jorginho, and Arrascaeta; Plata (Carrascal), Samuel Lino (Cebolinha), and Pedro .

CLASSIC IN THE NEXT ROUND

After the clash at Fonte Nova, Flamengo returns to the field on Wednesday (15) to face Botafogo, at 7:30 pm, at Nilton Santos Stadium (Engenhão) . With three athletes at risk of suspension, Filipe Luís must guide the squad to act with discipline to avoid absences in the classic.


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OUT! Flamengo announces lineup to face Bahia in the Brasileirão

Coach Filipe Luís sends Mengão's full strength to the duel with Tricolor aiming to maintain the lead in the Brazilian Championship before the FIFA Date

Check out Flamengo's lineup for the clash with Bahia in the 27th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo
Check out Flamengo's lineup for the clash with Bahia in the 27th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Gilvan de Souza/Flamengo

05 Out 2025 | 17:25 |

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Flamengo returns to the field this Sunday (5), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), to face Bahia, at Arena Fonte Nova, for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship. With that, coach Filipe Luís released the lineup for the confrontation , while Tricolor de Aço will have to deal with a series of absences.


LINEUP


Rossi; Emerson Royal, Danilo, Léo Ortiz, Ayrton Lucas; De La Cruz, Jorginho, Arracaeta; Carrascal, Samuel Lino and Pedro.


EMBARRASSMENTS

Flamengo midfielder Saúl felt pain in his left ankle and is out of the match . Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro are also serving suspensions and will also be out. Pulgar, who is recovering from a broken foot, remains unavailable.


Bahia, meanwhile, is suffering from 12 absences . The good news for Ceni is the return of Acevedo, who returns from suspension, and the possible return of David Duarte, who trained with the squad and may return early; his return was only expected after the FIFA International Day.

Bahia's absences: Luciano Juba, Gabriel Xavier, Santi Arias, Sanabria and Rodrigo Nestor (suspended); Erick, Ruan Pablo and Caio Alexandre (transition); Kanu (physical reconditioning); João Paulo, Ramos Mingo and Erick Pulga (injured).

WHERE TO WATCH

The match between Bahia and Flamengo will be played this Sunday (05), at 6:30 pm, at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador. The match will be broadcast exclusively on Premiere (pay-per-view) . The referee will be Rodrigo Lima (PE).



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