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Neymar's Santos signs former Flamengo player to lead team

Peixe had been without a coach since Pedro Caixinha was fired and dreamed of using a former Mengão player for the position, but he got a member of his team

Santos, with star Neymar, closes the hiring of Tite's former assistant at Flamengo for technical command - Photo: Reproduction/FlaTV
Santos, with star Neymar, closes the hiring of Tite's former assistant at Flamengo for technical command - Photo: Reproduction/FlaTV

29 Abr 2025 | 07:21 |

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Santos even dreamed of hiring Tite , but, after receiving a negative response from the coach, the Vila Belmiro club opted to bet on a well-known name: Cléber Xavier , former Flamengo assistant in 2024. He takes over as technical director of the São Paulo team and takes with him other names from the former red-black committee .


Matheus Bachi , Tite's son and assistant, will be Cléber Xavier's right-hand man at Santos. In addition to him, fitness coach Fábio Mahseredjian is also part of the group. César Sampaio , who played for Flamengo and was previously at Peixe, remains at the club . The coaching staff worked together for years, including with the Brazilian national team, but is now starting a new phase without Tite.


TITE OUT, CLÉBER ON THE FRONT LINE


Tite had reached an agreement with Corinthians. However, on the day of the signing, he suffered an anxiety attack and decided to back out to prioritize his health . As a result, the São Paulo club hired Dorival Júnior, while Cléber Xavier took the first step towards a solo career as a coach.

NEYMAR AND TITE'S METHODOLOGY WEIGHED IN THE CHOICE


Two factors influenced Santos' decision: Cléber's knowledge of Neymar , with whom he worked in two World Cups , and his familiarity with Tite's working style . The Santos board is banking on the continuation of this methodology to try to get the team back on track.

PASSAGE THROUGH FLAMENGO

Cléber Xavier, Matheus Bachi, Fábio Mahseredjian and César Sampaio were part of the committee that led Flamengo until September 2024. During that period, they won the Campeonato Carioca , but were fired after being eliminated in the quarterfinals of the Libertadores, against Peñarol (URU), and due to the drop in performance in the Brasileirão.



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Carrascal has already signed with Flamengo, but it depends on details with Dynamo - understand

The Colombian midfielder has already undergone medical examinations, signed a contract with the club and even visited Maracanã, but negotiations depend on documentation.

Jorge Carrascal has already signed with Flamengo and was at Maracanã, but is awaiting release from Dynamo Moscow - photo: reproduction
Jorge Carrascal has already signed with Flamengo and was at Maracanã, but is awaiting release from Dynamo Moscow - photo: reproduction

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Colombian midfielder Jorge Carrasca is close to being officially announced by Flamengo, but the deal still depends on bureaucratic procedures. Dynamo Moscow, the Russian club that holds the player's rights , has not yet submitted the final documentation to complete the transfer.


Despite this, Carrascal has already undergone medical examinations in Rio de Janeiro , was approved and signed a contract with Mais Querido. The red-black board, however, is still waiting for the paperwork from Russia to officially confirm the new reinforcement. As of the afternoon of last Friday (1), the document had not yet arrived.


PLAYER WENT TO MARACANÃ


Even without an official announcement, Jorge Carrascal was present at the Maracanã stadium during Flamengo 's victory over Atlético-MG in the Copa do Brasil. The athlete's presence highlights that the final stages of the negotiations are well advanced, with only the Russian formalization remaining to complete the process.

NEGOTIATION VALUE


To facilitate Carrascal 's arrival, Flamengo agreed to pay 12 million euros (approximately R$77.5 million) . Negotiations with Dynamo Moscow lasted more than a month and only progressed after Mengão adjusted the payment terms, as required by the European club.

NEXT APPOINTMENT
Still without Carrascal, Rubro-Negro returns to the field next Sunday (3) to face Ceará, at 6:30 pm , at Castelão (CE), for the 18th round of the Brasileirão to try to maintain the leadership of the national tournament.


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Flamengo defender predicts 'hell 2.0' against Atlético-MG

After a 1-0 loss at Maracanã, Mais Querido will have to overcome Galo away from home to continue in the Copa do Brasil; the full-back predicts a decisive duel

With a defeat at Maracanã, Flamengo needs to overcome Atlético-MG at Arena MRV to stay alive in the Copa do Brasil - photo: reproduction
With a defeat at Maracanã, Flamengo needs to overcome Atlético-MG at Arena MRV to stay alive in the Copa do Brasil - photo: reproduction

01 Ago 2025 | 19:00 |

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Flamengo started the round of 16 of the Copa do Brasil at a disadvantage, after losing 1-0 to Atlético-MG on Thursday night (31), at Maracanã. Despite having more possession, the team led by Filipe Luís was unable to break down the opposing defense and saw their rivals take the lead in the knockout match. The result puts pressure on Mais Querido, who will need to reverse the situation away from home to advance in the competition.


After the derby , full-back Guillermo Varela analyzed the team's performance and already predicted the decisive match against Atlético-MG. For the player, a narrow advantage doesn't determine qualification, but he believes a high-intensity atmosphere will emerge in the second leg.


Varela predicts Flamengo vs Atlético-MG: "It will have to be at war"


"We know Atlético-MG is a great team, with great players. They're doing their part, trying to distract us. It's part of the game too. There (in Minas Gerais), it's going to be a battle. We only have one goal advantage. We haven't discussed anything yet; we'll analyze what we did well and poorly. We have Sunday first, which is very important for us. Then, this decision. It's still open," said Varela .

FLAMENGO DOMINATES POSSESSION


Despite dominating possession, Mengão struggled with their opponent's efficiency . The only goal came in the 20th minute of the second half, after a mistake by Léo Pereira , which resulted in Cuello's goal. The home defeat forces the Rio de Janeiro team to seek a victory by two or more goals in the second leg to avoid elimination in the round of 16.

RETURN GAME BETWEEN ATLÉTICO-MG

The reunion between the teams already has a set date. Flamengo and Atlético-MG will face each other again next Wednesday (06) , at 9:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena MRV. Filipe Luís ' team needs to win by two goals to qualify directly, or by one goal to take the decision to penalties.


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"We want to be a Flamengo," Corinthians director surprises with statement

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.

Romeu Tuma Júnior cites Flamengo as inspiration for the restructuring of Corinthians - photo: reproduction
Romeu Tuma Júnior cites Flamengo as inspiration for the restructuring of Corinthians - photo: reproduction

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."


STATUTE REFORM

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.

CORINTHIANS SEEKS INSPIRATION

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.


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