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With just a few weeks left until the end of 2024, Gabigol is in the final moments of his time at Flamengo. The number 99's contract ends on December 31st, and the striker will not be part of the squad in 2025. In the midst of this moment of farewell, Valdemir Silva, the player's father, left a message for the red-black fans, indicating a possible return in the future.
“I would like to thank all the Flamengo fans for their affection and love towards my son throughout these six years of many achievements and happiness. Our affection for all of you is reciprocal and we are sure that one day we will vibrate and smile together again, may God bless you all”, said Gabigol’s father, through social networks.
“We go, but we come back”
This is not the first time that Gabigol's father expresses his desire to return to Flamengo. During the striker's last game for the club, on December 8, against Vitória, Valdemir declared: “We go, but we come back.”
On the occasion, Gabigol was taking photos next to the 13 cups won during his career with Flamengo, while The fans watched the farewell with emotion.
The last goal with the Flamengo shirt
The 2-2 draw against Vitória, in the last round of the Brasileirão, marked the last act of Gabigol with the Sacred Mantle. The striker found the net for the last time by scoring Flamengo's first goal in the match, ending a career full of achievements with a flourish.
Gabigol's next destination
With his departure confirmed, Gabigol's future has not yet been officially defined, but there are strong rumors about his next choices:
Cruzeiro: The attacker would be in advanced negotiations to defend the Minas Gerais club in 2025.
Santos: Peixe, the club that revealed Gabigol, remains interested in repatriating the idol, but faces competition in the market.
Gabigol, however, has not yet announced his decision and reinforced that "nothing is defined" about the next chapter of your career.
Legado no Flamengo
Gabigol leaves Flamengo as one of the greatest idols in the club's history, with memorable moments such as his goals in the 2019 Libertadores final. Throughout his tenure, there were 13 titles, including:
2 Libertadores (2019, 2022) < /p>
2 Brazilians (2019, 2020)
3 Brazilian Cups (2019, 2022, 2024)
2 Brazilian Super Cups (2020, 2021)
Shirt 99 leaves with the promise of returning, leaving the Nation with a heavy heart, but hopeful.
Commentator is asked about the stars of Mengão and Fluminense and doesn't think much before giving a controversial answer
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Flamengo's performance in the Club World Cup continues to generate repercussions - especially due to Arrascaeta's error in the play that led to Bayern Munich's second goal, scored by Harry Kane. The Flamengo's number 10, who lost the ball in midfield , has been the target of criticism for his lack of intensity and dynamism , especially compared to other players in the same position in the South American scene.
Zinho on comparing Arrascaeta, from Flamengo, and Jhon Árias: "I would hire..."
Meanwhile, Jhon Arias, a standout player for Fluminense in the same competition, is in the opposite situation. The Colombian attacking midfielder was one of the pillars of the Tricolor during the tournament , receiving praise from the press and fans. In three matches, he was elected the best player on the field, leading the team from Laranjeiras technically and tactically.
During a debate on ESPN, commentator Zinho commented on the contrast between the two players: “ Arrascaeta or Arias? I would sign Arias. Physically, he is much superior. Tactically , he contributes much more”, said the former player.
Since joining Fluminense, Jhon Arias has played 166 matches, scoring 29 goals and providing 34 assists, totaling 12,751 minutes on the field. In addition to his consistent statistics, the Colombian was a key player in the club's recent achievements, such as the 2023 Libertadores, the 2022 and 2023 Cariocas, and the 2024 Recopa Sudamericana.
Giorgian de Arrascaeta has been playing for Flamengo since 2019. He has played 320 matches, scored 86 goals and provided dozens of assists — and for many years , he was the main player in the Flamengo's offensive sector . In 2025, up until July, the Uruguayan played around 29 matches, scoring 13 goals and providing at least 6 assists. In the Brasileirão, his numbers are impressive: 9 goals and 4 assists in just 9 games.
However, his performance in the World Cup was below average: 1 goal and 1 assist in 4 matches. Unlike Arias, who shone individually , Arrascaeta was not elected best player in any of the red-black performances.
Athlete lives a soap opera about staying at the red-black team and is facing a difficult moment in the team, where he is currently a reserve by choice of coach Filipe Luís
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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.
Mengão will once again have the support of a giant at home and fans celebrate on social media for the return of the lung in the capital of Rio de Janeiro
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Good news for Flamengo fans: the Raça Rubro-Negra, the club's traditional organized fan group, is about to return to the stands . According to journalist Venê Casagrande, an agreement has already been signed allowing the RRN to return to Rio de Janeiro stadiums in July, with the right to use banners, instruments and other materials to support the team.
The decision will be officially approved in the coming days. With this, Flamengo will once again be able to count on the support of one of the most iconic fan groups in its history in games played in Rio de Janeiro. In addition to Raça Rubro-Negra, Torcida Jovem is also close to having its authorization confirmed . Both were banned from attending stadiums in the state until 2028, as part of sanctions applied in 2023.
Confirmation of the return of the RRN was widely celebrated by fans on social media. For many, the presence of the organized group represents the essence of the red-and-black stands and is essential to recover the popular identity of Maracanã. Among the fans' main desires are the end of the apathy seen in some games and the union between different support groups.
In recent times, criticism has grown about the elitism of the stadiums and the distance between the team and the organized groups, seen by some fans as fundamental pieces in the construction of the unique atmosphere that has always characterized Flamengo .
The release of organized groups comes after negotiations involving Flamengo, Bepe (Specialized Stadium Policing Battalion) and representatives of the fans. On May 20, Raça Rubro-Negra and Jovem Fla signed a joint pact to speed up the return to stadiums.
The measure involves the creation of a new Conduct Adjustment Agreement (TAC), which provides for stricter rules of conduct and individual accountability for members of the fan clubs. The aim is to ensure safety and organization, with a focus on enhancing the spectacle and supporting the club within legal parameters.