Soccer
10 Jul 2025 | 07:44 |
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Negotiations between Flamengo and Spartak Moscow for midfielder Esequiel Barco have temporarily stalled. According to an investigation by journalist Raisa Simplicio of Goal, the Rio de Janeiro club submitted a €14 million offer, but the Russian club responded with a €20 million offer—approximately R$131 million . Since then, there has been no progress in the negotiations.
The 26-year-old has already expressed interest in returning to South American football, where he played for Independiente and River Plate . He also played for Atlanta United in Major League Soccer. Barco's current contract with Spartak expires in June 2027 , giving the Russian club greater control over the negotiations.
Despite the impasse with Spartak, Flamengo has reportedly already agreed on salary terms with the player's staff, according to the newspaper O Dia . The current issue lies solely with the Russians. Meanwhile, Flamengo is also dealing with difficult negotiations involving Jorge Carrascal of Dynamo Moscow.
Barco is a household name at Maracanã. He scored the winning goal in the 2017 Copa Sudamericana, when Independiente defeated Flamengo in the final in Rio de Janeiro. Now, the Argentine is looking forward to a return to the continent , believing that playing in South America could strengthen his bid for the 2026 World Cup.
With negotiations stalled, Flamengo is now focusing on preparing for the rest of the Brazilian Championship. Mengão hosts São Paulo this Saturday (12) at 4:30 pm (Brasília time) at Maracanã. The Mais Querido is the leader of the Brasileirão with 24 points , the same number as Cruzeiro, but surpasses the Minas Gerais team in goal difference (20 to 9), in addition to having a game less due to participation in the Club World Cup.
Mengão player is in the process of obtaining Brazilian citizenship and could be called up to the Brazilian National Team if he obtains naturalization
03 Out 2025 | 15:35 |
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Argentine goalkeeper Agustín Rossi , who has played for Flamengo since 2023, is in the process of obtaining Brazilian citizenship, raising the possibility of playing for the Brazilian national team in the future. The situation raises questions about the player's eligibility and FIFA's rules for changing nationality.
If Rossi obtains naturalization, he would be eligible to represent Brazil under current sports legislation. The player has not yet played any official matches for the Argentine national team, which would prevent him from making the switch.
In 2020, FIFA relaxed its rules for changing nationality, allowing athletes to play for national teams other than their home country, provided they meet certain criteria. A player can represent another country if, before the age of 21, he or she has played in a maximum of three official matches for the senior national team and has not competed in a World Cup.
Rossi was named in Argentina's official match against Bolivia in a 2022 World Cup qualifier in September 2021, but did not take the field. According to FIFA's governance and eligibility rules:
The striker once again showed his rapport and friendship with his former teammates at Mengão, but the fans were on his back during the match.
03 Out 2025 | 15:25 |
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In the goalless draw between Flamengo and Cruzeiro , last Thursday (02), striker Gabigol experienced a special reunion with the red-black fans at Maracanã . Even with few minutes on the field, the former Fla player relived memorable moments of his time at the club.
Before the ball rolled, Gabigol greeted players and members of the Rio de Janeiro team. Among the photos, a hug with Filipe Luís, Flamengo 's current coach and former locker roommate, stood out. The number 9 also posed smiling alongside Arrascaeta and hugged old friends like Rodrigo Caio and Léo Pereira.
During the game, when visiting his former teammates on the bench, the striker even reproduced the famous “ fusion ” celebration, which marked the successful partnership with Bruno Henrique in Flamengo's golden days.
Gabigol only entered the field in the 42nd minute of the second half, right after William was sent off for Cruzeiro. After the final whistle, he made a point of praising the result on social media: " +1 point, thank you blue nation for the support! Now we'll see you at home ."
After the draw with Cruzeiro, with Gabigo, Flamengo does not have much time to rest . On Sunday (05), the team faces Bahia, at 6:30 pm (Brasília time), at Arena Fonte Nova, in Salvador. The match will be broadcast exclusively by Premiere.
Alviverde signs former Mengão athlete for the under-20 team until 2027; striker arrives at no cost and with a history of international titles
03 Out 2025 | 15:04 |
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Palmeiras announced the signing of 19-year-old striker Felipe Teresa from Flamengo. The young player was released by the Rio de Janeiro club on September 22, 2025, after behavioral issues stemming from dissatisfaction with losing his starting spot in the under-20 team.
According to Rádio Itatiaia, the striker's contract with Alviverde will last two seasons, and the São Paulo club will retain 70% of the player's economic rights . Felipe Teresa 's arrival is seen as a strategic reinforcement for the attacking sector and comes at no cost.
Discovered by Independente de Limeira, Felipe Teresa joined Flamengo in 2022, at just 15 years old. In 2023, he was promoted to the main squad, scoring a goal against Grêmio in the Brazilian Championship. Along the way, he accumulated significant titles, including two U-20 Libertadores Cups (2024 and 2025) and two U-20 Club World Cups (2024 and 2025), in addition to the 2025 Carioca Championship.
With notable spells at Flamengo , Felipe Teresa arrives at Palmeiras as a competitive option for the attack , being able to compete for position with the main names of the under-20 team and contribute with mobility and efficiency in finishing.
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