Michael keen to leave Flamengo for a surprise move to Santos | OneFootball

Michael has a contract with Flamengo until December 2028

The Flamengo is in active negotiations with Santos for the transfer of Michael, a 29-year-old winger who is not part of Filipe Luís's plans. Amid the negotiations with the São Paulo club, the athlete mentioned the reason for wanting to close the deal.

Michael wants to play for Santos because of Neymar and Gabigol, former Flamengo forward. The winger believes he can form a powerful trio with the other two players. This information comes from journalist Jorge Nicola.

At the moment, Neymar is recovering from surgery, as he played the last games of 2025 with knee problems. On the other hand, Gabigol joined Santos in January, on loan from Cruzeiro until December 2026.

HOW IS THE NEGOTIATION GOING?

The Flamengo wants to sell the forward Michael, as the winger is not part of coach Filipe Luís's plans. On the other hand, Santos is trying to close the deal on loan, with an option to buy. At the moment, the two clubs are in talks.

WHAT IS MICHAEL'S SITUATION?

Michael has a contract with Flamengo until December 2028. In the last season, the 29-year-old winger played in 29 matches for the red-black team. During this period, he scored two goals and provided four assists for his teammates.

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