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Colombia does not call up and Jorge Carrascal stays at Flamengo on the FIFA Date
03 Out 2025 | 12:34
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22 Mai 2025 | 07:16 |
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After the victory over Botafogo-PB , which secured Flamengo a spot in the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil, coach Filipe Luís spoke in a press conference about Lorran 's return to the main team. The 18-year-old midfielder returned to the professional team after a period of activity only with the youth team and, according to the coach, he performed well. However, Filipe made a point of emphasizing that the youngster needs to maintain his level to continue earning opportunities.
If you relax in a training session or a game, I'm watching everything..."
“I spoke about Lorran in two questions at the other press conference and one before the game. And I say the same thing I always say: talk on the pitch. It doesn’t matter if he’s 16, 17, 36 or 37 years old — whoever is better will get minutes . Lorran is doing very well in the under-20s, today he had minutes, he did well, I liked him in the game,” he said.
Despite the praise, Filipe Luís reinforced that the midfielder needs to maintain consistency in training and matches, both at the youth and professional levels.
“He has to keep playing well, he can’t relax . If he relaxes in training or a game, I’m watching everything. The players talk on the field, and whoever is more consistent, whoever is better, will play more. Whoever isn’t so good won’t get as many minutes . It’s that simple,” he added.
Lorran had not played under Filipe Luís since November 11, 2024, when he came on in the second half of the draw with Atlético-MG, in the Brasileirão. After being released for vacation, the youngster returned to the alternative squad that started the Campeonato Carioca , but had only played in the under-20s until then.
With four goals and one assist in 2025, his good performance earned him a spot in the derby against Botafogo and, subsequently, a spot in the match against Botafogo-PB. In the match, he came on in the second half and had the following numbers:
In addition to Lorran, other youngsters trained at Ninho do Urubu also gained space in the match. João Victor , Evertton Araújo and Matheus Gonçalves started as starters, while João Alves and Lorran himself came off the bench. Wesley, now established as a starter, is also a product of the youth team. Filipe Luís celebrated the opportunity to give these athletes experience:
“The base is always important. I know practically all of these boys, they were my players in the under-17 and under-20 teams. I managed to give some of them minutes so that they can start to understand what professional football is all about, and be close to the players in the main squad. Whenever possible, we will provide opportunities . We know that it is extremely important, because it is as if we were signing new players”, he concluded.
The midfielder is one of the club's priorities for extending his current contract and has already made clear his interest in ending his career wearing red and black.
03 Out 2025 | 13:57 |
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With the transfer window closed, Flamengo turns its attention to renewing important contracts for the squad and coaching staff. According to Fabrício Lopes of the Resenha Rubro-Negra channel, the club has already begun talks to extend midfielder Giorgian De Arrascaeta's contract .
The Uruguayan midfielder is considered a top priority by the board. CEO José Boto is trying to secure a new contract until 2028. To that end, a meeting will be held in the coming days between the executive and Daniel Fonseca, the number 10's agent.
According to Fabrício Lopes, the terms are currently under discussion: " Flamengo made an offer, and Arrascaeta sent a counteroffer . And very soon, Daniel Fonseca and Boto will sit down to discuss the final details of the renewal."
Arrasca is expected to receive a pay raise to stay at the club. A key player for Filipe Luís's team , the Uruguayan has 14 goals and 10 assists in 22 Brasileirão matches, making him the highest-rated player in the competition, according to SofaScore.
The red-and-black coach has already made it clear that he wants to stay at the club for a long time. His current contract expires in December , but a renewal should happen without any major difficulties. The club's first offer, however, was rejected by the manager.
Flamengo returns to the field on Sunday (5), at 6:30 pm, against Bahia, at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador. The match is valid for the 27th round of the Brasileirão . The broadcast of the confrontation is on Premiere (pay-per-view) for all of Brazil.
Colombian player has been linked to Mengão after a difficult start in the Premier League, but the red-blacks have a preference for the Argentine
03 Out 2025 | 13:25 |
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In recent days, speculation has emerged that Flamengo would be interested in signing Colombian midfielder Jhon Arias , currently at Wolverhampton, formerly of Fluminense, to reinforce the team in 2026. However, the deal seems unlikely .
According to Fabrício Lopes, a reporter for Mengão, Arias has already adapted to the English club, is enjoying a good moment, and has no intention of leaving the team any time soon. The midfielder had a difficult start at the English club, but has begun to gain momentum at Wolverhampton.
With that, Flamengo is reportedly already eyeing another midfield option: Esequiel Barco, an Argentine who plays for Spartak Moscow in Russia. Barco has been a longtime target for Flamengo and could once again be a priority in the next transfer window.
In a recent interview, Jhon Arias commented on his turbulent start in England and his gradual adaptation to Wolverhampton's style: "I felt good. I felt better with the team, with the coach's ideas . I think my best version is coming, and that's important to me," he said.
The Colombian also highlighted his efforts to establish himself in the English league: "In the last week, I felt better playing with my teammates , with the league. It's a different league, so I'm still working to be better, to perform better and be able to help my team."
Mengão was unable to break the deadlock against Cruzeiro, in a match held last Thursday (2), at Maracanã, for the Brasileirão Betano
03 Out 2025 | 13:01 |
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Flamengo failed to break the deadlock against Cruzeiro in a match held last Thursday (2) at Maracanã, for the Brasileirão. After the match, player Saúl analyzed the team's current form and lamented recent results. " We have to be much hungrier to win games. It's a shame that, in the last three games, despite the good work we've been doing, we haven't been able to get three points," said the athlete.
The midfielder also expressed dissatisfaction with the match's refereeing, highlighting the lack of discretion in the calls. " We told him that the most important thing was to keep the game flowing , but he handed out too many unnecessary yellow cards and stopped the game too much. He should let the game play! These weren't hard fouls, but tactical ones," he added.
In a head-to-head clash at the top of the table, Flamengo and Cruzeiro played a tight match at the Maracanã. In the first half, the Minas Gerais team closed well, preventing any major scoring chances, and threatened the red-and-black team, which was saved by Rossi and Alex Sandro.
In the second half, after Filipe Luís's changes, Cruzeiro managed to create more opportunities , but failed to break down the opposing defense, with only two clear chances. Cruzeiro also barely threatened goalkeeper Rossi.
With three consecutive draws at Maracanã, Flamengo now turns its focus to its next match. On Sunday (5), at 6:30 pm, it faces Bahia at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador . The match will be valid for the 27th round of the Brazilian Championship, with exclusive broadcast by Premiere.
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