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29 Mai 2024 | 12:51 |
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Flamengo had an unstable campaign in the group stage of the Copa Libertadores, but secured qualification after beating Millonarios 3-0, this Tuesday (28), at Maracanã.
Now, the team is looking to strengthen itself for the rest of the season and promises to bring big names to the squad. Among the possible reinforcements are Thiago Alcantara, who built his career in Europe and on the Spanish national team, and Oscar, known for his performance on the Brazilian national team.
THIAGO IS PART OF THE PLANS
After four seasons at Liverpool, Thiago Alcântara is leaving the English team and has aroused the interest of a Brazilian giant. With the mid-year transfer window approaching, Flamengo began talks about a possible signing of the Spanish-Brazilian midfielder, according to Spanish newspaper Relevo.
< b>OLD INTEREST IN OSCAR
The relationship between Flamengo and Oscar is old, and with the transfer window approaching, the player's name is back on the agenda and in the minds of fans. Oscar is having a great time at Shanghai Port. According to the Sofascore statistics service, the Brazilian athlete has recorded 10 goal appearances (5 goals and 5 assists) in the last 5 games. He has a contract with the Chinese club until the end of November.
OTHER NAMES ON THE RADAR
More Querido also dreams of names in other positions, including striker Michael, currently at Al Hilal and Danilo, from Juventus, for the club's right flank. The directors of the Rio club must move even more when June arrives.
Club idol, Urubu-Rei says that opportunities in the current squad are interesting with Mengão's organization in all areas
16 Ago 2025 | 07:59 |
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An idol of a generation of fans in the 2000s, Renato Abreu was once again a topic of conversation among Flamengo fans this Friday (15). In an interview with journalist Rock Hudson, the former midfielder stated that he would have space in Flamengo's current squad , in addition to mentioning former teammates who, according to him, would also play without difficulty.
Renato Abreu on changes at the club: "Today Flamengo is well structured"
" I would play. I think even in a different way ," said Renato, sparking a stir on social media. The eternal King Vulture also stated that other teammates he played with would also have opportunities in the current Flamengo squad.
"It's not just me, okay? If you put Léo Moura or Juan in, any player would play . Why do I say that? Because Flamengo is well-structured today. I found it easy to play on the wing, to play a little further forward. I think I would easily play," the former player added.
When asked about the competition in the current midfield of the red-black team, Renato recalled the list of important players available to Filipe Luís : Arrascaeta, Saúl Ñíguez, Jorginho, Allan, Everton Araújo, Erick Pulgar and Matheus Gonçalves.
"Would I compete for a position? With any of them? I would. I don't know if I would be a starter or a reserve, but I would definitely play for Flamengo ," said the former midfielder, now 47 and retired since 2013, when he ended his career with Santos.
Renato Abreu played for Flamengo twice, totaling five seasons. By the time he left the club in 2013 , he had already won two Brazilian Cups and two Carioca Championships, and had made his mark as one of the team's key players in the 2000s.
Mengão's greatest idol celebrated the museum's two-year anniversary at an event alongside other historic football and basketball stars from the club.
16 Ago 2025 | 07:00 |
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Opened on August 4, 2023, the Flamengo Museum celebrated its second anniversary this month. To mark the occasion, the club held an event attended by great idols such as Zico, Andrade, Mozer, Nélio, and Olivinha. Mengão's eternal number 10 emphasized the importance of preserving the club's history , which, according to him, had previously been practically forgotten.
Zico on Flamengo's history before the Museum: "It was lying on the floor"
"Everything we fought and sweated for over the years was thrown to the ground. From that day on, I began to take action so that this wouldn't happen to the history that was to come , beyond football. Seeing all this today is gratifying," said Zico .
The idol also emphasized the value of the space for fans and athletes: " This tribute is from the club, from its history, from the club I learned to love . All the sweat I shed in training and games was because I was a Flamengo fan. I'm very happy. Every fan should know about this place. Here are the athletes and employees who helped the club become what it is today," he added.
In two years, the Museum has welcomed more than 240,000 visitors. The club plans to make Mengão's history "traveling," taking the collection to states in the North and Northeast . Among those honored is Olivinha, considered the "god of race" in basketball:
"I feel privileged. I've been here almost half my life and been through a lot. Having a bust here, next to Zico, is incredible. I never imagined it . As a basketball player, I'm representing Olympic sports. It's an honor to be the first Olympian to receive this honor. The museum is incredible," celebrated Olivinha.
The celebration in Gávea featured moments where attendees shared memorable stories. Zico, for example, revealed that the goal he celebrated most in his life was Rondinelli's in the 1978 Campeonato Carioca final against Vasco.
The full-back was in agreement with Mengão in the last few months, but reached an agreement and will remain with the red-black shirt for another two years.
15 Ago 2025 | 18:40 |
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Flamengo officially renewed Guillermo Varela's contract until December 2027 this Friday (15), as previously reported by Gazeta do Urubu. . The signing took place at Ninho do Urubu, with the presence of the football technical director, José Boto.
An important player for Filipe Luís in 2025, Varela has played 35 games this season, starting 21 of them, scoring one goal and providing three assists. His versatility, also playing as a left-back and defensive midfielder, reinforces his value to the coaching staff.
Varela on the deal with Flamengo: "Everything was done very calmly"
Negotiations had been dragging on since the beginning of the year, involving discussions about contract length, bonuses, and salary . The deal ends a period of uncertainty, especially given Wesley's likely departure for European football.
"I'm very happy to stay here, a little longer wearing this shirt, with this club. It was a smooth negotiation for both parties. They wanted me to stay, and I wanted to stay . So, everything was done very smoothly," said the Uruguayan.
Since arriving at Flamengo in 2022, Varela has played 108 matches and scored three goals . During this period, he won five titles: Libertadores (2022), Copa do Brasil (2024), Supercopa (2025) and two Campeonato Cariocas (2024 and 2025).
With the ankle sprain suffered by Emerson Royal in the first leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores, Varela should take over as starter in the next matches against Internacional . Royal is practically out of this Sunday's duel (17), for the Brasileirão, and remains doubtful for the decisive match next Wednesday (20).
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