Flamengo player gains attention in Argentine press: "A marvel"

Flamengo secured a crucial victory over Corinthians, coming from behind to win 2-1, with goals from Arrascaeta and Luiz Araújo. The result secured the team's lead and extended the Rubro-Negro's lead over its direct rivals in the standings.

At the post-match press conference, coach Filipe Luís acknowledged Corinthians' strong performance in the first half . He also emphasized that the limited training and rest time compromised the team's performance, which came close to defeat in the first 45 minutes.

MICHAEL LOSES SPACE IN THE CAST

The strong and qualified squad led by Filipe Luís has increased competition for spots, and some players have ended up losing their place, such as Michael. According to Bolavip Brasil, the athlete is uncomfortable with his current situation , even being left off some rosters.

After the Club World Cup, Michael was on the bench against Bayern Munich and São Paulo , but then suffered an ankle injury that sidelined him for several rounds. Even after recovering, he remained unavailable, being left out of several squad lists.

FLAMENGO'S NEXT COMMITMENT

Flamengo 's next match will be against Cruzeiro, on Thursday (2), at 8:30 pm, at Maracanã. The duel pits the top two teams in the competition against each other . The match marks the reunion with Gabigol in Rio de Janeiro.

Gabriel Jesus' name has been making headlines in Brazilian football in recent hours, especially in relation to Flamengo. The Arsenal striker was speculated to be a target for the club in 2026 , but the club's board quickly denied any negotiations or immediate interest.

According to Bolavip Brasil, Gabriel Jesus is only considering returning to the country after the 2026 World Cup . The athlete plans to remain in England at the beginning of that year, a period during which Brazilian clubs only compete in state championships. Therefore, the possibility of returning before this scenario is practically zero.

A source close to Flamengo reiterated that the club has no intention of investing in players like Gabriel Jesus at this time. Internally, the assessment is that the squad already has sufficient attacking options , and that the high cost of a potential deal would make any attempt unfeasible.

FOCUS ON OTHER SECTORS

The club's board's priority is to strengthen other areas of the squad. Furthermore, some players may leave the club, such as Michael, who has been losing ground under Filipe Luís. Therefore, the possibility of a heavy investment in Gabriel Jesus has been completely ruled out.

GABRIEL JESUS CONTINUES WITH GOOD NUMBERS

Despite the rumors, Gabriel Jesus continues to perform well at Arsenal . Signed in 2022, he has 26 goals and 20 assists in 96 appearances, despite a few injuries that have hampered his progress . The striker's contract with the Gunners runs until 2027, and his market value is estimated at around R$200 million.

Without a place in Filipe Luís's squad, defender Pablo took to social media to discuss his current situation at Flamengo. The defender stated that, despite training separately from the group for eight months, he remains motivated and emotionally balanced in the face of the situation.

In a post made last Thursday (25), Pablo said he doesn't want to be seen just as the player removed from the squad. He stressed that his stance doesn't mean conformity, but rather resilience. The defender also emphasized that his reality is not linked to financial issues: " It's not about what you have, but about what you carry. What I carry is much bigger than the situation I live in," he wrote.

Currently, the former Corinthians player works at CT Ninho do Urubu at different times than his teammates. At the beginning of the season, he played in the first matches of the Campeonato Carioca , but since then has not received any new opportunities with the first team. With a contract valid until December 2025, the player is expected to leave the Rubro-Negro at the end of his contract.

EXPERIENCE IN RUSSIA

Pablo , who previously played for Lokomotiv Moscow before returning to Brazilian football, would be willing to pursue a new career in Russia. However, the defender wants significant financial compensation to leave the Mais Querido club before the end of his contract, which ends in December.

Currently out of coach Filipe Luís's plans, the defender hasn't played since the Campeonato Carioca. In 2024, he was loaned to Botafogo, but returned to the club with no prospects of being included in the main squad.

PABLO WINS FOUR TITLES

Signed in 2022, Pablo has played a key role in Flamengo's squad . During this time, he won two Campeonato Carioca titles (2024 and 2025), a Copa do Brasil (2022), and a Libertadores (2022). Despite not playing frequently, he has been a key player in the team that has won multiple titles in recent years.