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Léo Pereira's mistakes caused most of Filipe Luís's defeats at Flamengo
01 Ago 2025 | 15:28
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03 Jul 2025 | 12:44 |
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Flamengo 's possible interest in selling striker Pedro has taken over the main sports newspapers . The club has officially stated that it does not intend to negotiate any player that is part of its plans. However, this is not the first time that a possible departure of the number 9 has stirred up the transfer market.
Signed by Flamengo in December 2020 for 14 million euros (R$87 million at the time), Pedro played 280 matches, scored 140 goals and contributed 35 assists. Given his good performances, accompanied by some call-ups to the Brazilian national team, it didn't take long for the top scorer to catch the attention of clubs in Brazil and around the world .
The first party interested in signing Pedro was rival Palmeiras. In 2022, Verdão opened negotiations with Flamengo to try to buy the striker permanently. The Alviverde board signaled a proposal of 20 million euros (R$ 110.4 million at the time), which was rejected by the red-black team. At the time, the then president, Rodolfo Landim, warned that he would not be interested in negotiating the striker.
That same year, Pedro was attacked by Jorge Sampaoli's fitness coach and asked to leave Flamengo. Possible destinations included Sevilla, Fulham, Tottenham, Nottingham Forest, Zenit and Benfica. The Portuguese club investigated the number 9's situation closely and heard from Flamengo that the striker would only leave if the fine was paid.
In 2023, the striker turned down a six-times higher salary offer from Al-Hilal. The Saudis, who had just signed Portuguese Jorge Jesus, showed interest in the striker, but he did not respond. In the same season, Zenit also approached Pedro's representatives, but there was no official offer.
The last official proposal was from Nottingham Forest, in 2024. The English club sent an offer of 20 million euros (R$122 million at the exchange rate at the time), which was considered below expectations by the club's board of directors. The following month, the number 9 suffered a rupture in the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, which kept him off the pitch for seven months. Pedro was called up again for an official match in April of this year. This season, the striker has played in 17 matches, scored five goals and contributed three assists.
According to the Official Note, released by Flamengo, the club has no interest in negotiating the number 9 , who has the confidence of the coaching staff. Pedro also has no interest in leaving the club this season, despite the few minutes he has played on the field since the injury.
The striker maintains his training routine with the squad, which will return to continue the work next Saturday (05). With the leadership of the Brazilian Championship, a place in the round of 16 of the Libertadores and the Copa do Brasil assured, Pedro will be fundamental for the rest of the season.
During a press conference about the internal crisis and investigations at Alvinegro, Romeu Tuma Jr. cites Mengão as an example of reconstruction and advocates for urgent reforms.
01 Ago 2025 | 18:31 |
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The president of the Corinthians Deliberative Council, Romeu Tuma Júnior, declared this Friday (1st) that the club needs to mirror Flamengo to turn things around. The speech was made during a press conference at the Parque São Jorge theater, where the internal investigations involving the club's management were addressed.
Tuma Jr. called the press to clarify doubts related to the unprecedented crisis rocking Corinthians. During the interview, he was asked about a possible date for new elections if Melo's departure is approved at the assembly scheduled for August 9th.
The director responded emphatically: " I'll score when I feel I should, and as soon as possible. Corinthians needs to turn this page to rise from the ashes; it needs to work. Do you know why? I want to fly with an eagle, an eagle flies with an eagle. We want to be a Flamengo , and we will be."
In addition to issues related to internal politics and the possible change in leadership, Tuma Jr. reinforced the need to reform the club's bylaws. According to him, this is a long-standing issue that needs to be addressed urgently to ensure greater transparency and accountability in management. The reform proposal gained momentum after demonstrations by organized and independent fans at Parque São Jorge.
"We have other pressing matters: reforming the bylaws is my number one priority. I've been fighting for this for many years, ever since I was just a board member. Unfortunately, it wasn't possible. We received proposals from people who love Corinthians and want to change the bylaws," said Tuma, who pledged to move forward with the debate this semester.
Using the example of Flamengo , which faced severe financial and structural crises before establishing itself as a powerhouse in South American football , Romeu Tuma Jr. points to a path of hope and reconstruction. The director's speech shows an intention for transformation, as Bandeira de Mello initiated at the club in 2013.
The striker highlights his identification with the club, proximity to his family and the Brazilian environment as decisive factors in signing with Rubro-Negro.
01 Ago 2025 | 17:00 |
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One day after making his debut for Flamengo in the match against Atlético-MG , valid for the quarterfinals of the Copa do Brasil, Samuel Lino was officially presented at Ninho do Urubu this Friday (1st). The striker celebrated his return to the Rio de Janeiro club and revealed the main reasons that led him to choose Rubro-Negro , even in the face of attractive proposals from European and Arab football.
"It's true that I had very interesting offers from Europe, financially sound offers from Saudi Arabia. But when Flamengo came along with a good offer too, I thought: it's a huge club, a club I've played for and that's always competing for titles , in the top spots, with many players on the Brazilian national team," the player declared.
The player emphasized that, in addition to the club's importance, other factors, such as being closer to his family and the Brazilian cultural environment, influenced his decision. The striker emphasized the importance of reconnecting with elements of his daily life , such as the language and local cuisine, strengthening his emotional bond with the country and the club.
Samuel Lino reveals his choice for Flamengo: "That attracted me much more"
" That attracted me much more than the projects I was offered in Europe and other countries. When you're at a huge club and also close to my family, speaking my language, eating Brazilian food. Everything counted a lot for me to be here today at Flamengo," added the number 16.
Samuel Lino entered the field 13 minutes into the second half in place of Matheus Gonçalves. Despite his limited playing time, Mengão's new signing was one of the team's standout players , creating good attacking chances. He even found the net, but the goal was disallowed for offside. Still, his performance was positive and excited the coaching staff and fans.
The striker made his debut against Atlético-MG and revealed a conversation with the Flamengo coach that helped him understand the tactical model adopted by the red-black team.
01 Ago 2025 | 16:10 |
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Flamengo made the arrival of striker Samuel Lino official this Friday (1st) . The athlete, who belonged to Atlético de Madrid, already had his first opportunity on the field last Thursday (31) , in front of the red-black fans, during the match against Atlético-MG. Despite the 1-0 defeat, the player showed personality and revealed a conversation with coach Filipe Luís.
— I had a conversation with Filipe, he showed me the game model and also showed me that within this game model that Flamengo plays , I had already been doing some things at Atlético de Madrid (ESP), which is being open, asking for the ball behind, giving that depth to the team —, said the striker.
Understanding the tactical system was essential for Samuel Lino's confidence at the beginning of his career at the club. In an interview, he expressed optimism about his adaptation and promised to do everything the club's manager asked of him.
"And when I saw it, I thought, 'That's great,' because this way I'll be more relaxed and I can quickly adapt to the style of play he demands. And after that conversation, I understood what he wants and I'm going to try to put it into practice in the games," said Flamengo 's number 16.
After the setback against Atlético-MG, Flamengo turns its attention to the Brazilian Championship . On Sunday (03), the team faces Ceará at Castelão, at 6:30 pm, for the 18th round. With Samuel Lino already available, the expectation is that the player will gain more minutes and can effectively contribute to the team's performance away from home.
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