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Close to Flamengo, Carrascal seeks luxury home in Rio de Janeiro

Colombian midfielder is about to strengthen the red-black squad; player is already looking for a residence in the city of Rio de Janeiro and an agreement is practically closed between the parties

Jorge Carrascal is expected to be Flamengo's new signing and is already looking for a property in Rio de Janeiro while the club finalizes negotiations - photo: reproduction
Jorge Carrascal is expected to be Flamengo's new signing and is already looking for a property in Rio de Janeiro while the club finalizes negotiations - photo: reproduction

02 Jul 2025 | 12:04 |

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Flamengo is very close to concluding negotiations with Colombian midfielder Jorge Carrascal . The player, who already has a salary and contract agreement in place with the Brazilian club , is just waiting for the final adjustments between Mengão and Dynamo Moscow to be officially announced as a reinforcement for the rest of the 2025 season.


According to information from journalist Gabriel Reis, Carrascal has already started looking for a property in Rio de Janeiro. The most likely destination is the high-end condominium Riviera Del Sol, located in Barra da Tijuca, in the west of the city. The athlete is reportedly in contact with a real estate agent who is well-known among the players in the red-and-black squad, which shows that negotiations are progressing and that he wants to adapt quickly.


NEGOTIATION VALUES


The agreement between the Rio de Janeiro club and the Russian team provides for the payment of 12 million euros fixed, equivalent to approximately R$72 million at the current exchange rate, in addition to a bonus of another 2 million euros (R$12 million) , totaling approximately R$84 million. The transfer is expected to be finalized by July 10, when the Brazilian football transfer window opens.

The board is working discreetly behind the scenes, but is considering the strategic reinforcement to raise the technical quality of the squad in the second half of the year . Carrascal's arrival should intensify competition in the team's creative sector, especially at decisive moments in national and continental competitions.


PROFILE OF FLAMENGO'S NEW MIDFIELDER

Discovered by Millonarios, from Colombia, Carrascal gained notoriety for his versatility. At Dynamo Moscow since 2023, the Colombian midfielder has played 67 matches, scoring eight goals and providing eight assists. With the ability to play both centrally and on the wings, the player is seen as a reinforcement with the potential to change the offensive panorama of the Rio de Janeiro team.



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The company will have to pay for part of the land for Flamengo's stadium.

Mengão purchased the space to build its own arena and the company will pay around 15% of the value to Caixa Econômica Federal.

The city's company will cover 15% of the value of the Gasômetro land, purchased by Flamengo to build its stadium - Photo: Reproduction
The city's company will cover 15% of the value of the Gasômetro land, purchased by Flamengo to build its stadium - Photo: Reproduction

13 Ago 2025 | 19:30 |

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Flamengo's own stadium project gained direct participation from Companhia Carioca de Parcerias e Investimentos (CCPAR) in the preliminary agreement signed between the club, the Rio de Janeiro City Hall, and Caixa Econômica Federal. Specializing in concessions and partnerships, the municipal public company will be responsible for investing R$29.2 million, approximately 15% of the R$199.6 million earmarked for the Gasômetro land acquisition.


The amount will be allocated as financial compensation to Caixa, the former owner of the space through the Porto Maravilha Real Estate Investment Fund , which was expropriated by the City for the auction that resulted in Flamengo 's purchase. This information is from GE.


Flamengo will receive the majority of the amount: R$170 million . This amount includes the R$138 million already paid in the 2023 auction, plus R$7.9 million for the judicial investigation, and an additional R$23.6 million, which will be paid in five installments.


PROJECT CHALLENGES

Despite progress in negotiations, the project still faces obstacles. Removing the gas pipelines and clearing the land remain the responsibility of the City Hall . Governor Cláudio Castro assured the website 'MundoBola Flamengo' that the municipality is committed to these steps.


CLUB POSITION

At Flamengo, the topic is being treated cautiously. The Deliberative Council is preparing to discuss ways to secure the necessary resources without compromising the institution's financial health . Contrary to what had been reported, the topic of the new stadium did not come up at the last CoDe meeting.



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Live: watch the game between Flamengo and Internacional, for the Libertadores

Teams face each other this Wednesday (13), at 9:30 pm, seeking a decisive advantage for the return game and keeping the continental dream alive

Watch the live match between Flamengo and Internacional for the first leg of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction
Watch the live match between Flamengo and Internacional for the first leg of the Libertadores - photo: reproduction

13 Ago 2025 | 19:00 |

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Wednesday night (13) promises strong emotions at Maracanã. Flamengo and Internacional face each other at 9:30 pm (Brasília time) for the first leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores. Both teams are looking to build a significant advantage for the return leg , keeping alive the objective of continuing in the fight for the continental title.


Fans will be able to watch the match on broadcast TV, on Globo, and also on ESPN and Disney+ . A full house is expected at Maracanã, with overwhelming support from the Flamengo fans, with over 60,000 people in attendance. Fans can also watch live with commentary from Flamengo TV.


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PROBABLE LINEUPS


Coach Filipe Luís will have a significant absence: Arrascaeta, suspended, is out of the match. On the other hand, Nico De La Cruz is expected to return to the starting lineup. Thus, Flamengo's likely starting lineup is: Rossi; Alex Sandro, Léo Pereira, Léo Ortiz, Emerson Royal; Allan, Jorginho, Samuel Lino, Luiz Araújo, Plata; Pedro.

Internacional, on the Colorado side, arrives confident after a 3-1 away win over RB Bragantino in the Brasileirão. Despite their recent elimination from the Copa do Brasil to Fluminense, Roger Machado's team is showing signs of improvement. The likely lineup is: Rochet; Bernabei, Victor Gabriel, Vitão, Aguirre; Thiago Maia, Bruno Henrique, Wesley, Alan Patrick, Bruno Tabata; Borré.


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What's up? Former coach says Flamengo and Internacional are in a 'slump'

Former commander who worked for both Mengão and Colorado sees the match as even and doesn't hide his support for the Rio Grande do Sul club

Abel Braga says Flamengo and Internacional face each other at a low point - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo
Abel Braga says Flamengo and Internacional face each other at a low point - Photo: Adriano Fontes/Flamengo

13 Ago 2025 | 18:00 |

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Flamengo and Internacional face each other this Wednesday (13), at Maracanã, for the first leg of the round of 16 of the Conmebol Libertadores. The return duel is scheduled for August 20, at Beira-Rio. Abel Braga, former coach with spells at both clubs, assessed that both teams arrive at the clash experiencing periods of instability .


Abel Braga on Flamengo and Internacional: "neither is at its best"


"It's an extremely close game. Flamengo hasn't been able to maintain a winning streak of four, five, or six wins . They're also coming off an elimination. Inter, which wasn't doing well, managed three or four 1-0 wins and made a significant leap forward. It has all the makings of a great game, but the truth is that neither team is at their best," Abel analyzed in an interview with GE.


The coach also highlighted the strengths of each team: "I hope it's a great game. Both Flamengo and Inter have the squads to put on a great show. Flamengo, with their usual high-pressing . Inter, with their surprising passing from one side to the other, especially with Wesley. It's hard to imagine Flamengo man-marking Alan Patrick," he concluded.

TEAMS' MOMENT IN THE SEASON


Under Filipe Luís, Flamengo was eliminated from the Copa do Brasil, but remains the undisputed leader of the Brasileirão, despite having played a game less . In its last ten games, the team has six wins, one draw, and three losses. Internacional, meanwhile, has won four, drawn two, and lost four in the same period. The pressure on coach Roger Machado is mounting at the Rio Grande do Sul club.

GAME DATE AND TIME

The clash between Flamengo and Internacional takes place this Wednesday (13), at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Maracanã , for the first leg of the round of 16 of the Libertadores. The decisive duel will be on August 20, at Beira-Rio. The match will be broadcast by Globo, ESPN and Disney+.


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