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Will Arrascaeta renew his contract with Flamengo? The Uruguayan addresses the issue at a press conference.
16 Ago 2025 | 12:43
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Paul Pogba and Juventus are close to an agreement to terminate the French midfielder's contract. Negotiations were driven by the recent decision to reduce the suspension sentence imposed on the player. Both parties have already started talks, aiming for an amicable solution to end the relationship before the deadline. The expectation is that, if the termination is confirmed, Pogba will be available on the transfer market in the next five months, increasing interest from several European clubs and other leagues around the world.
The future of Pogba, who has been going through a turbulent time since his return to Juventus, is surrounded by uncertainty. The doping suspension, initially set to last a longer period, was recently reviewed and reduced, opening space for a new chapter in the player's career. However, the reduction of the sentence was not enough to restore Juventus' confidence in the athlete, and the Italian club has already started negotiations to formalize the dismissal in a consensual manner.
EARLY CONVERSATIONS
According to information from the Italian newspaper La Gazzetta dello Sport, the conversations between Pogba and the board of Juventus are at an advanced stage, with both parties seeking an understanding to end the relationship without major friction. The decision to follow this path was motivated by a number of factors, including the high cost of the player's salary and the off-field problems that Pogba has faced in recent months. For Juventus, the athlete's departure would ease the salary bill and allow the club to focus on other areas to strengthen the team.
Aos 31 years old, Pogba still has time to resume his career at a high level, and his termination with Juventus could be the boost needed to revitalize his performance. However, it is important to remember that the player will not be able to play immediately, even after the suspension has been reduced. It is estimated that Pogba will only be able to return to the pitch at the beginning of 2025, which leaves any transfer decision as a medium to long-term investment for interested clubs.
RECONSTRUCTION WITHOUT POGBA
Pogba's departure, despite being a financial relief for Juventus, represents another chapter in the long saga of rebuilding the club. Juventus, who have struggled on and off the field in recent years, will have to overhaul their midfield once again. Without Pogba, coach Massimiliano Allegri will need to find alternatives to fill the gap left by the player, whether promoting youth talent or seeking reinforcements on the market.
Uruguayan gave a press conference at Ninho do Urubu and spoke about the problems of unprepared professionals at the club
16 Ago 2025 | 19:00 |
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Friday (15) was marked by a press conference with Arrascaeta, at Ninho do Urubu. The Uruguayan midfielder made strong statements about the club's backstage and even repeated a famous phrase from Jorge Jesus, the Portuguese coach who marked an era at Flamengo.
Arrascaeta quotes Jorge Jesus: "Flamengo only loses to itself"
Without directly mentioning the coach, Arrascaeta emphasized that internal problems often harm the club's atmosphere . The Uruguayan also made it clear that he will always stand by his teammates in situations where unprepared professionals could harm them:
"I often tell my friends that Flamengo only loses to itself, because it's difficult to explain some of the things that happen here. Sometimes it's due to a lack of capacity from people who don't realize the size of the club or who aren't used to dealing with this pressure . But when you have experienced and respected players like Alex Sandro, Bruno, Nico, Viña, and so many others, the group becomes stronger," said the number 10.
"Whatever happens outside won't affect our squad. We'll always be together. When something happens to a teammate, we'll be here to help," Arrascaeta assured. The statement alludes to the controversy surrounding former doctor José Luiz Runco, who was fired after exposing details of De La Cruz's physical condition , claiming the Uruguayan was living with an irreversible chronic injury.
At the time, Arrascaeta posted a photo alongside De La Cruz, accompanied by the message: " It's about taking care of our own. It's that simple ." The gesture was interpreted as a dig at the former professional, as well as a pat on the back for his club and national team friend.
Now, at the press conference, the number 10 reinforced the importance of squad unity in the face of external turbulence: "Regardless of who it is, Nico or another player, we have to be together. It's very difficult to stay focused on the field when these situations happen. But I've been here for six years and I know that Flamengo always experiences moments like this. Our role is to keep ourselves in the locker room so that this doesn't affect us, even though some situations are very difficult," he concluded.
Colorado and Mengão fans buy all the available tickets for the second leg of the round of 16 of the competition
16 Ago 2025 | 17:45 |
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Internacional fans promise to turn Beira-Rio into a real cauldron for the second leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores . In just over two hours, all available tickets for the match against Flamengo, scheduled for Wednesday (20), were sold . The information was confirmed by the Rio Grande do Sul portal Revista Colorada.
The sale, initially exclusive to members of the Rio Grande do Sul club, highlighted the high expectations in Porto Alegre . The projected attendance is close to 50,000 Colorado fans for the decisive match. The red-and-black fans will also fill the area designated for visitors.
Before the Libertadores game, Flamengo and Internacional will face each other this Sunday (17), for the Brazilian Championship, also at Beira-Rio. The match will be a thermometer for what Filipe Luís' team will find days later , both on the field and in the pressure of the stands.
For Flamengo , facing packed stadiums is nothing new. The Rubro-Negro, accustomed to large crowds, played the first leg in front of nearly 70,000 people at Maracanã , winning 1-0 with a goal from Bruno Henrique after a superb cross from Luiz Araújo.
For this Sunday's match, Filipe Luís named all available players, with the exception of midfielder Erick Pulgar, who is still recovering. De La Cruz and Danilo are returning from knee and right thigh injuries , respectively. Meanwhile, Michael returns to the squad for the first time since May 18, in the 0-0 draw with Botafogo.
Chilean suffered a fracture in his right foot during the Club World Cup and is still recovering to return to the pitch for Mengão
16 Ago 2025 | 15:45 |
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Flamengo has important reinforcements in the coming days. With De La Cruz, Danilo and Emerson Royal on coach Filipe Luís' list of players for the game against Internacional this Sunday (17), Mengão now has a practically empty medical department. But Erick Pulgar's situation still deserves attention .
A regular starter for Filipe Luís, the Chilean midfielder has been out of action since the FIFA Club World Cup. The good news is that his recovery is progressing well, and a return to training is expected. Pulgar is expected to return to action in the second half of September .
His return to action will depend on his fitness after a long layoff. Even if he doesn't return until October, the midfielder will still have a good run of matches , as the season doesn't end until December 21st.
Pulgar fractured the fifth metatarsal in his right foot in the 4-2 loss to Bayern Munich in Orlando, Flamengo 's final World Cup match. He underwent surgery on July 3 and, after two weeks of rest, began physical therapy at Ninho do Urubu.
The Chilean is no longer in pain and has been monitoring his progress through imaging tests. Between the 10th and 12th week after surgery, he will undergo a CT scan to assess fracture healing and then be cleared to safely return to training . After that, he will undergo further steps: running on the field, ball work, release from physical therapy, and finally, reintegration into the squad.
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