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Flamengo has a new Gabigol adapted to Tite's scheme
The number 99 has been gaining opportunities
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In the recent clash against Bahia, in the second game of the quarter-finals of the Copa do Brasil, Flamengoguaranteed its qualification for the semi-finals with a narrow 1-0 victory. However, what caught the most attention was the performance of Gabigol, who, even with Pedro's departure due to injury, still failed to stand out and live up to the fans' expectations. This scenario reignited discussions about his role in the team, especially under Tite's command.
The match against Bahia was the first since the arrival of Tite, a coach who has high expectations from Flamengo fans. With Pedro out of action, the expectation was that Gabigol would take on a greater role, especially in his role as a centralized striker. However, the coach made a different choice during the game: instead of positioning Gabi as the classic number 9, Tite chose to use him in a deeper role, which limited his finishing opportunities.
A NEW GABIGOL
In the post-game press conference, Tite explained this decision. According to the coach, Gabigol has the ability to perform two roles on the field: as a reference striker, that is, a center forward, and also as a player who plays further back, articulating plays and distributing passes. Tite highlighted that these are the positions in which the number 99 can play with greater efficiency, something he had already observed during Gabigol's time with the Brazilian team.
“He can play behind a number 9 or as the 9. These are his two functions. We have already seen this both here and in the National Team. In this game, with Bruno Henrique already worn out, Gabigolended up playing deeper, centralized, helping with creation. I don't see him playing like he did at Santos. He works and trains for these two roles”, explained the coach.
Gabigol's performance has not been the best. His last goal came on July 20, against Criciúma, from a penalty kick. Since then, the attacker has shown difficulties in finding his way to the net. And, with Pedro's departure, fans expect him to take on a more decisive role. However, this hope did not materialize in the game against Bahia, generating even more questions about his future at the club.
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5 points about Michael's negotiation: Flamengo only accepts a definitive sale
The player is on the radar of foreign clubs, but his departure depends on one clear condition: he will only be released in the event of a definitive offer.
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In recent days, a Middle Eastern team approached Flamengo with the intention of loaning Michael , but the Rio de Janeiro club's response was blunt: no . The proposal was rejected by president Luiz Eduardo Baptista, known as BAP, who ruled out any possibility of releasing the striker on loan.
According to journalist Jorge Nicola, Flamengo "is only willing to do business if there are definitive offers." The board believes the striker still has a market and will only leave Ninho do Urubu if concrete financial compensation is received.
THE PLAYER ASKED FOR THE MOST LOVED ONE TO LEAVE
Michael, nicknamed "Little Robot" by the fans, has expressed his desire to leave. With limited space under Filipe Luís, the striker was not included in the squad for the last match against Santos and remained in Rio to treat ankle pain. Internally, he has already informed the coaching staff that he prefers to seek new surroundings.
FUTURE PROBLEMS
Despite this, Flamengo is being cautious. Michael's contract runs until 2028 and he earns one of the highest salaries in the squad, which limits his options on the market. One of the clubs monitoring the situation is Qatar's Al-Duhail, but no official offer has been submitted yet. The board is treating the situation cautiously. Although the player is considered negotiable, there is no rush to sell him.
Flamengo understands that Michael could be useful throughout the season if no advantageous offers emerge. Therefore, the refusal to loan him is strategic. The ideal scenario for Flamengo is to find a permanent buyer during this window, which would generate revenue and free up space on the payroll. However, with the Asian market still buoyant, the club has not ruled out further inquiries in the coming days.
Another name under the spotlight is Pedro . The number 9 is not having the best time at the club and was left out of the match against Santos after public criticism from coach Filipe Luís. His situation is seen as delicate . Palmeiras was even mentioned as interested, but ruled out any approach due to the game limit in the Brasileirão. Even so, negotiations with foreign clubs are still possible this window.
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Former Flamengo target could end up at Rio rival
Evander has a contract with Cincinnati until December 2027, and the North American club stipulated a value of 17 million euros to release him.
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After nearly signing with Flamengo last season, midfielder Evander, currently at FC Cincinnati in the United States, is in Botafogo's sights for the remainder of 2024. According to journalist João Van Boysen, the black and white club is competing for the signing of the 27-year-old player with Benfica in Portugal.
Evander's contract with Cincinnati runs until December 2027, and the North American club has set a fee of €17 million, approximately R$109 million, to release him. It's not yet known whether Botafogo intends to pay or negotiate a lower fee.
MIDFIELDER WAS TARGETED BY FLA
Revealed by Vasco, Evander was once in the plans of Flamengo's former management, who saw him as an immediate backup to Arrascaeta. At the time, however, negotiations with Portland Timbers, the club he played for before Cincinnati, ultimately fell through. Now, the midfielder's future is back on the Brazilian football radar.
EVANDER'S NUMBERS
- Evander, playing for FC Cincinnati in MLS, has the following numbers in 2025 (as of October, based on available information):Games: 28
- Goals: 9
- Assists: 14
- Shirt number: 10
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Well done! Leixões receives a transfer ban due to debt with Flamengo
The Rio de Janeiro club filed a complaint with the FIFA Player Status Resolution Chamber and now the Portuguese have been punished.
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Flamengo sued Leixões, of Portugal, at FIFA over a debt related to the transfer of striker Werton. In July 2024, the red-and-black club sold 70% of the player's rights for €1 million (R$5.8 million at the then exchange rate).
The club filed a complaint with FIFA's Player Status Resolution Chamber. Leixões was supposed to pay the first installment, €175,000 (R$1.1 million), in November 2024. Flamengo demanded payment from the Portuguese club in January but has not received the amount.
The last charge was on January 14, 2025, when Flamengo gave Leixões 48 hours to pay the adjusted amount - 196,700 euros (R$1.2 million). The Portuguese team once again failed to comply with the agreement, and Flamengo went to FIFA to collect the debt, including fines, interest, and monetary correction.
FIFA HAS GIVEN ITS VERDICT AND PUNISHED THE PORTUGUESE CLUB
On Tuesday afternoon, Flamengo issued a statement on its official website , informing that FIFA had punished Leixões with a well-deserved transfer ban . This means that the Portuguese club will not be able to register new players.
FOLLOW THE NOTE
"Clube de Regatas do Flamengo informs that Leixões SC, from Portugal, was punished by FIFA with a Transfer Ban due to a debt with the Rio de Janeiro club, regarding the transfer of the athlete Werton. The decision of the highest entity of world football recognized Flamengo's request. Leixões will be prevented from registering new players for up to three transfer windows, or until the amount of 175 thousand euros is paid to the red-black club. The sanction comes into effect from this Tuesday (15)."
WERTON AT FLAMENGO
A highly successful player in Flamengo's youth academy, he was a gem of the club's nest. Werton made his professional debut for Flamengo in 2021, but never received many opportunities. He left the club with one goal in 12 games.
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