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Hugo Souza has a defined future! Goalkeeper can return to Flamengo - understand
The goalkeeper has been standing out at the São Paulo club, which issued guarantees that did not please the red-black carioca in the receiving model
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In recent days, a negotiation involving goalkeeper Hugo Souza and the clubs Flamengo and Corinthians brought to light financial and delicate contractual conditions, generating some tension between the parties. The São Paulo club, backed by a clause in the loan contract, made a formal proposal to acquire 50% of the player's economic rights, offering 800 thousand euros (around R$ 4.8 million ). Payment would be made in installments, divided into four installments, to be paid by 2026. However, this proposal, which initially seemed simple, came up against already compromised financial guarantees and generated discomfort among red-hot managers. black.
As part of the negotiation,Corinthians presented the contract with Brax as payment guarantor, a measure that, in principle, would serve as a guarantee that the club would be able to honor its financial obligations. However, this same guarantee had already been used in a previous transaction, involving the purchase from full-back Matheuzinho. The São Paulo club delayed a portion of this purchase, committing to make payment only when it has new receivables, which, according to forecasts, will only occur in 2025. This duplicity in the use of the same guarantee irritated Flamengo's board, which sees the imbroglio as a sign of lack of organization or bad faith on the part of Corinthians.
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The situation generated even greater discomfort due to the possible need for Corinthians to pay a fine of R$500 again thousand for the use of Hugo Souza. The club had previously been fined for contractual issues related to the use of the goalkeeper, and this recurrence only adds more layers to the conflict. Flamengo, in turn, appears to be taking a firm stance in the face of the situation, especially as the pending issues financial issues relating to Matheuzinho have not yet been resolved.
In addition to the direct impact on relations between the clubs, this financial impasse could have important sporting consequences, as the two teams face each other next Sunday (20), in a decisive duel for the semifinals of the Copa do Brasil. The match, which would already be naturally intense due to the rivalry between the two giants of Brazilian football, now also carries the weight of this dispute off the field, which could influence the atmosphere between the players and managers.
JOURNALIST CRAVOU? WILL IT LEAVE?
Journalist Jorge Nicola, on his YouTube channel, brought an interesting perspective on the future of Hugo Souza. According to him, Flamengo could be open to the idea of having the goalkeeper in the squad again, if negotiations with Corinthians do not progress as expected. Thered and black board would be planning to sell Matheus Cunha at the end of the season, which would make room for Hugo's return. This possibility, however, would depend on several factors, including the course of the conversations with the São Paulo club and Hugo Souza's performance in the coming months.
Amidst this complex scenario, Flamengo is in a strategic position. If, on the one hand, Corinthians' financial proposal may seem advantageous in the long term, especially considering Matheus Cunha's sale plans, on the other, the uncertainty regarding the fulfillment of guarantees and previous payment problems raise doubts about the viability of the agreement. Additionally, the return of Hugo Souza could bring stability to the Flamengo squad in a position that traditionally requires confidence and regularity.
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Flamengo advances to sign Taty Castellanos, but Lazio imposes a high price in negotiations
High numbers clash with the Italian club's financial demands; the striker already has an agreement with the Rubro-Negro and could be transferred within days
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Flamengo is keeping an eye on the transfer market and could invest heavily to strengthen its attack. Following the controversy surrounding Pedro , the club is evaluating its options and has entered the race to sign Taty Castellanos, a forward for Lazio and the Argentine national team. The information was initially revealed by journalist Venê Casagrande.
FLAMENGO OPENS UP ABOUT NEGOTIATIONS
Valentín "Taty" Castellanos is 26 years old, Argentine, and currently plays for Lazio in Italy . A South American soccer sensation with notable stints at MLS clubs and Girona in Spain, the striker is known for his physical strength, intense movement, and eye for goal.
VALUES DEFINED AT THE TABLE
Lazio has indicated that it will only negotiate the player's transfer for €25 million—equivalent to approximately R$160 million at the current exchange rate. The amount is considered high by Brazilian soccer standards, but Flamengo is analyzing ways to make the investment viable. Castellanos and Flamengo have already reached an agreement: the contract length and base salary are aligned.
The Argentine, in fact, has reportedly expressed excitement about the possibility of playing in Brazilian football, specifically for the red-and-black team. The search for a new number 9 has intensified following the tension between Pedro and the club. The controversy surrounding the striker and assistant coach Filipe Luís has worsened the situation, and the player's departure is being considered behind the scenes. As a result, Castellanos's name has gained traction.
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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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