Ex-Brazil international reveals key reason for turning down Flamengo | OneFootball

What did Miranda, former defender, say about the offer to play for Flamengo?

In recent years, Flamengo has stood out in the market for making 'big' signings. Someone who could have played for the Rubro-Negro was Miranda, a former defender. In an interview, the former player explained the crucial reason why he didn't play for Mengão.

— I almost played for Flamengo when I decided to return to Brazil. Even when I was at Inter Milan, they tried to sign me. But at the time I returned to Brazil, I chose with my heart and signed with São Paulo -, declared Miranda in an interview with ‘Charla Podcast’.

It's important to highlight that in the interview, Miranda said he received 'pressure' from players like Gabigol, Diego Alves, Diego Ribas, among others, who were playing for Flamengo at the time of the negotiation. Thus, the former defender could have been part of the squad that won important titles, such as the Libertadores and Brasileirões over the past few years.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO'S CURRENT SITUATION IN THE 2025 SEASON?

While Miranda recalls some actions taken throughout his career, the Flamengo squad remains focused on the commitments of this final stretch of the season. Last Saturday (15), Mengão thrashed Sport, 5-1, and took the isolated lead in the Brasileirão. Additionally, the Rubro-Negro also has the Libertadores final against Palmeiras, which takes place on November 29, in Peru.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO'S NEXT GAME?

Amidst this, Flamengo returns to the field this Wednesday (19) to face Fluminense, for the 34th round of the Brasileirão. The match kicks off at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at Maracanã. Coluna do Fla TV, as usual, shows the details of the classic on YouTube, as well as on the website and social media.

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