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Flamengo sees "fat" coffers after World Cup and sales in the transfer market

The prize money of around R$150 million received for participating in the tournament, added to the R$160 million from the sale of Gerson to Zenit, gives new life

Flamengo already has names on the club's list and how the money raised in the Club World Cup can be used (Flamengo)
Flamengo already has names on the club's list and how the money raised in the Club World Cup can be used (Flamengo)

06 Jul 2025 | 20:22 |

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Despite the disappointment of losing to Bayern Munich in the round of 16 of the Club World Cup, Flamengo secured a significant financial return from its participation in the international tournament. According to official figures, the club received approximately R$150 million from FIFA, an amount that represents one of the largest international prize money received in the club's history.


This amount, added to the amount that will be received for Gerson's transfer to Zenit , Russia, repositions Flamengo in the market and allows for more ambitious moves in the mid-year window. Zenit chose not to negotiate directly with Flamengo and deposited the full amount of Gerson's termination clause, estimated at R$160 million.


MARKET OPERATIONS MAY OCCUR


The operation was carried out unilaterally, and although it does not involve showcase fees or performance bonuses, it guarantees immediate liquidity to Rubro-Negro. With this, the club has added around R$310 million in new revenues in this month of June alone, something that changes the level of negotiations for the rest of the season.

JUNINHO AND OTHER NAMES MAY BE SOLD


Until now, the 2025 transfer window had been quiet. The main arrivals were striker Juninho , formerly of Qarabag, for 5 million euros (around R$31.2 million), as well as full-back Danilo and midfielder Jorginho, both signed for free as they were free agents on the market. With the new resources, the board is planning a more aggressive approach.

The idea is to bring in players with greater technical and physical ability to raise the level of the squad in the remaining competitions. The hottest name at the moment is midfielder Jorge Carrascal, currently at Dynamo Moscow. According to ge, Flamengo is preparing a proposal of 12 million euros (around R$77 million) to try to get the Colombian player out of Russia.



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Check out Flamengo's likely lineup for the match against Internacional in the Libertadores

After winning the last two matches against Colorado, Mengão will play for a draw at Beira-Rio to guarantee qualification for the quarterfinals

Flamengo faces Internacional at Beira-Rio in the Libertadores with the advantage of a draw to advance to the quarterfinals - photo: reproduction
Flamengo faces Internacional at Beira-Rio in the Libertadores with the advantage of a draw to advance to the quarterfinals - photo: reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 18:28 |

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This Wednesday (20), Flamengo will face Internacional again, this time in the second leg of the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores, at the Beira-Rio Stadium. The Mais Querido arrives at the clash in high spirits, after winning the first game 1-0, at Maracanã, and repeating the positive result last Sunday (17), when they defeated the Gauchos 3-1 in the Brazilian Championship.


The Rio de Janeiro team, currently the sole leader of the Brasileirão , now turns its attention to the continental tournament. With the advantage of a draw, the goal is to secure a spot in the quarterfinals and continue its quest for a fourth Libertadores title. In the group stage, the club finished second in Group C with 11 points , the same score as leaders LDU. In seven matches, they recorded four wins, two draws, and one loss.


FLAMENGO'S PROBABLE LINEUP


The team is expected to take to the field with the following lineup: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho, and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino, and Bruno Henrique (Pedro) . The confirmed absence is midfielder Erick Pulgar, who remains in the medical department.

Coach Roher Machado's international squad should have: Rochet; Aguirre, Vitão, Juninho and Bernabei; Thiago Maia, Alan Rodríguez, Alan Patrick, Bruno Tabata (Carbonero) and Wesley; Ricardo Mathias.


URUGUAYAN REFEREE WILL CONTROL THE MATCH

CONMEBOL has appointed Uruguayan Esteban Ostojich as the match's main referee . Recognized for his experience in international tournaments, he has already officiated decisive matches in the competition and returns to referee a highly significant match on the continental stage.


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CONMEBOL appoints referee for Flamengo vs Internacional in the Copa Libertadores

Uruguayan will lead the decisive duel at Beira-Rio; recent history shows Mengão's balance in games and experience in important matches in the tournament

Conmebol confirms Esteban Ostojich as referee for Flamengo vs Internacional in the round of 16 of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction
Conmebol confirms Esteban Ostojich as referee for Flamengo vs Internacional in the round of 16 of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 18:09 |

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CONMEBOL announced this week that Uruguayan referee Esteban Ostojich will officiate the match between Flamengo and Internacional , the second leg of the Copa Libertadores Round of 16 , at Beira-Rio Stadium. He is considered one of the most experienced referees in South America and has already been involved in important decisions in the organization's tournaments.


In this edition of the tournament, Ostojich has already officiated in seven matches, being selected in key matches . The referee is frequently chosen for Brazilian club matches, reinforcing his position of trust within CONMEBOL.


Ostojich has refereed four matches involving Flamengo , with a balanced record: two wins, one draw, and one loss. In 2021, he was present for the 3-2 victory over LDU. The following year, he oversaw Corinthians' 1-0 triumph. In 2023, he officiated the 1-1 draw against Ñublense, and in 2024, he refereed the defeat to Palestino, which was marked by refereeing controversy.


REFEREE'S RECENT HISTORY

Internacional has also been led by the Uruguayan in decisive moments. The most recent example came in the 2023 Copa Libertadores quarterfinals, when the Rio Grande do Sul team defeated Bolívar 2-0 at Beira-Rio . This positive record boosts Colorado's confidence for the decisive clash against Mengão.


FLAMENGO'S PROBABLE LINEUP

For the duel, the expectation is that coach Filipe Luís will maintain the following starting lineup: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino and Bruno Henrique (Pedro).


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Check out the broadcast team for Flamengo x Internacional, for the Libertadores

TV Globo, ESPN and Disney+ confirm narrators and commentators for the second leg between Mengo and Colorado in the round of 16 of the Libertadores

: Globo, ESPN and Disney+ broadcast Internacional vs Flamengo for the round of 16 of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction
: Globo, ESPN and Disney+ broadcast Internacional vs Flamengo for the round of 16 of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction

19 Ago 2025 | 17:33 |

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This Wednesday (20), Flamengo and Internacional will face each other again in the round of 16 of the Copa Libertadores . ESPN confirmed that Rogério Vaughan will be the narrator , accompanied by commentators Zinho and Paulo Calçade . The broadcast will also be available on the Disney+ streaming service.


Globo 's broadcast team will feature Everaldo Marques, Caio Ribeiro, and Maestro Júnior . Luiz Roberto will not be on the show. The change between the announcers was prompted by Luis's participation in the network's 100th anniversary event in Brasília, according to the website "Na Telinha."


HIGH EXPECTATIONS FOR THE GAME


Flamengo and Internacional recently faced each other in both the Brasileirão and the Libertadores, with Flamengo coming out on top on both occasions. However , this Wednesday's match is considered the most important , as it determines who will advance in the continental competition.

Colorado will have the advantage of playing at home, at Beira-Rio, while Mengão arrives with confidence after two consecutive victories over their rivals : 1-0 in the first leg of the Libertadores round of 16 and 3-1 in the Brazilian Championship.


FLAMENGO LINEUP

For the match, coach Filipe Luís is counting on the return of two key reinforcements: Danilo and De La Cruz. Both offer additional midfield options , bolstering the squad for the decisive match. Flamengo's likely starting lineup is: Agustín Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Léo Pereira, and Alex Sandro; Allan, Jorginho, and Arrascaeta; Gonzalo Plata, Samuel Lino, and Bruno Henrique (Pedro).


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