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Landim criticizes current management and says Flamengo's stadium is at risk of never leaving the drawing board.

Former president of Mais Querido claims that a change in the leadership of the Rio de Janeiro club slowed down the Gasômetro project and fears the loss of the land

Rodolfo Landim says Flamengo stadium project is stalled and Gasômetro land may not happen - photo: reproduction
Rodolfo Landim says Flamengo stadium project is stalled and Gasômetro land may not happen - photo: reproduction

05 Ago 2025 | 10:21 |

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Former Flamengo president Rodolfo Landim expressed concern about the future of the club's stadium construction project. In an interview with Penido's Podcast on "Super Rádio Tupi," the former executive stated that the change in Flamengo's leadership in 2025 significantly slowed progress on planning for the new arena, planned for the Gasômetro site in downtown Rio de Janeiro.


According to Landim, this issue was decisive in his decision to support Rodrigo Dunshee in the last internal elections . However, Luiz Eduardo Baptista, known as Bap, won the election and took over as club president. For the former president, the current board shows no concrete interest in advancing the stadium project.


FORMER PRESIDENT CITES LACK OF COMMITMENT


During his participation in the podcast, Landim was categorical in pointing out the lack of commitment of the current administration: "I knew that this (stadium) would not happen, it was one of the main reasons why my personal choice of candidate was different. Absolutely certain (that the stadium would not happen with Bap). (Board) has no (interest in the stadium) . He (Bap) will say no, they will create all kinds of excuses to prove otherwise," he declared.

The former president also believes the project has only been kept afloat so far thanks to Mayor Eduardo Paes's patience. The Gasômetro land was expropriated with the intention of becoming Flamengo 's future stadium. However, Landim warns that the city's support may have its limits.


THERE IS A RISK OF LAND LOSS

Also in the interview, Landim explained that if the current board doesn't move forward with the project, the city government could back down. " It's killing the stadium project. If it doesn't move forward , the mayor won't get the law approved and will have to negotiate with Caixa Econômica Federal to raise the money and return the land to Caixa Econômica Federal. There's a huge risk, not a small one. The only reason it hasn't happened is because the mayor is patient. All it takes is for the mayor to say, 'I'm tired,'" he warned.



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Flamengo defines conditions for selling Allan to Atlético-MG

The steering wheel is a request from coach Jorge Sampaoli to the Galo board and can return to the club he was at before heading to Mengão

Allan is in Atlético-MG's sights for the 2026 season and Flamengo sets conditions for the deal - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo
Allan is in Atlético-MG's sights for the 2026 season and Flamengo sets conditions for the deal - Photo: Reproduction/Flamengo

04 Out 2025 | 21:00 |

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Flamengo has already outlined the criteria for negotiating midfielder Allan in the next transfer window. Despite gaining more market share under Filipe Luís, the player remains under surveillance and could leave the club in January 2026. The board, however, has no intention of facilitating his departure.


CONDITIONS FOR NEGOTIATION


The club has established that it will only accept proposals starting at R$34.4 million , an amount that represents 80% of the investment made with Atlético-MG in 2023. Furthermore, any transaction must be made with payment in cash or with bank guarantees considered safe by the board.


The measure aims to avoid financial risks in transactions with long terms or conditional clauses. Flamengo believes Allan still has a market and can generate financial returns , but demands that the negotiation be transparent and immediate.

INTEREST OF JORGE SAMPAOLI


Behind the scenes, coach Jorge Sampaoli, currently at Atlético-MG, has emerged as one of the main players interested in signing Allan again . The Argentine was responsible for requesting the midfielder's signing in 2023, when he was managing Flamengo , and now he welcomes a reunion with Galo for the 2026 season.

CURRENT STATUS OF THE STEERING WHEEL

This season, Allan has played 33 matches, without scoring or providing any assists . Still, he regained his place under Filipe Luís after a start marked by criticism from the fans. Internally, he is seen as a useful, but not indispensable, asset to the squad.

FLAMENGO MARKET AND REINFORCEMENTS

The last transfer window, which closed in September, was a busy one for Flamengo, bringing in players like Saúl Ñíguez, Emerson Royal, and Samuel Lino . The next transfer window will open in January, when Allan can officially be traded.

Until a concrete offer arrives, the midfielder remains part of the Flamengo squad and is expected to be used until the end of the season . His future, however, will depend on the clubs' interest and ability to meet Flamengo's financial demands.


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Zico reveals advice for Filipe Luís at Flamengo: “you can’t…”

The greatest idol in the history of Mengão, Galinho gave tips to the coach before the former full-back took over the role leading the squad.

Zico reveals advice he gave to Filipe Luís when the former full-back took over as Flamengo coach - Photo: Reproduction
Zico reveals advice he gave to Filipe Luís when the former full-back took over as Flamengo coach - Photo: Reproduction

04 Out 2025 | 20:00 |

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Last Thursday (2), Filipe Luís completed one year in charge of Flamengo. The date coincided with the 0-0 draw against Cruzeiro, in the Brasileirão. Since taking command in October last year, the former full-back received valuable advice from Zico , the greatest idol in the history of the red-black team.


TIPS FROM THE ETERNAL 10
Zico to Filipe Luís when he took over Flamengo: "you can't think like a player"


Quintino's Galinho revealed the content of the conversation he had with the then-rookie coach, emphasizing the importance of shifting perspectives from player to manager: "Filipe, now you have to understand this: you can't think like a player. You have to think like a manager ," the idol began.


You'll discover who your friends are when you have to make difficult decisions. Based on your personality, I know you'll always choose the best. You can't have friendships from the past. That's when you'll see who truly wants to help you ," Zico said.

The idol also praised Filipe Luís's work during his first year as coach: "When he took over Flamengo , we talked a lot. He has a very clear vision of how to play and understands the style the fans like. Sometimes it's not always possible to apply it, but his philosophy is geared towards that . I'm very pleased with what he's been doing. It's natural to make mistakes here and get things right; it's part of the game," Zico told Romário TV.


FILIPE LUÍS' NUMBERS AT FLAMENGO

In his one year in charge, Filipe Luís won three titles: the Copa do Brasil, the Supercopa do Brasil, and the Campeonato Carioca. In total, he led the team in 71 matches, recording 46 wins, 18 draws, and only 7 losses . Flamengo currently leads the Campeonato Brasileiro and has qualified for the Copa Libertadores semifinals, solidifying the coach's strong run.

MENGÃO'S NEXT CHALLENGE

Following Zico's advice, Filipe Luís is looking for another victory this Sunday (5), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time) , against Bahia, at Arena Fonte Nova, for the 27th round of the Brasileirão. The match will be broadcast live on Premiere (pay-per-view) for all of Brazil.


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Bahia vs Flamengo: Where to watch, time and probable lineups in the Brasileirão

Mengão goes to Salvador to face the tricolor this Sunday (5) for the 27th round of the championship aiming to remain in the lead

Find out where to watch, time and probable lineups for Bahia x Flamengo in the 27th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Reproduction
Find out where to watch, time and probable lineups for Bahia x Flamengo in the 27th round of the Brasileirão - Photo: Reproduction

04 Out 2025 | 19:00 |

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This Sunday (5), at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), Flamengo has an important challenge in the fight for the leadership of the Brazilian Championship. The Most Beloved faces Bahia , at Arena Fonte Nova, for the 27th round of the competition. Despite the opponent being the third best home team in the tournament, the historical record and tactical reading indicate good paths for Filipe Luís' team to leave Salvador with the three points.


PROBABLE LINEUPS


Coach Filipe Luís should send onto the field a Flamengo team with: Rossi; Varela, Léo Ortiz, Danilo and Ayrton Lucas; De La Cruz (Allan), Jorginho and Arrascaeta; Plata (Carrascal), Samuel Lino (Everton Cebolinha) and Pedro (Bruno Henrique).


On the other side, Bahia , led by Rogério Ceni, faces a series of absences, 13 in total, and will need to find alternatives to form the team . The likely lineup has: Ronaldo; Gilberto, David Duarte (Fredi), Rezende and Zé Guilherme; Acevedo, Jean Lucas and Everton Ribeiro; Kayky, Iago Borduchi (Michel Araujo, Tiago or Cauly) and Willian José.

WHERE TO WATCH


The match between Bahia and Flamengo will be played this Sunday (05), at 6:30 pm, at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador . The match will be broadcast exclusively by Premiere (pay-per-view). The referee will be Rodrigo Lima (PE).

FAVORABLE RETROSPECT FOR MENGÃO

Flamengo can rely on a largely favorable history in this match. Playing at Fonte Nova has been a positive experience for Flamengo : since 2006, in 11 matches hosted by Bahia, Flamengo has won six (55%), drawn two, and lost three.

In recent matches, their dominance is even clearer: five wins, one draw, and only one loss in their last seven games . This record reinforces the Rio de Janeiro team's optimism for another decisive round in their quest for the Brasileirão title.



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