Cruzeiro sign Zé Lucas from Sport, Flamengo also tried | OneFootball

How much did Flamengo offer to sign Zé Lucas?

Cruzeiro announced this Saturday (25) the signing of defensive midfielder Zé Lucas from Sport. Flamengo was also in the race for a deal with the player, but the youngster preferred the project offered by the Minas Gerais club.

Through social media, Cruzeiro announced the midfielder’s arrival. “Welcome, Zé Lucas. Cabuloso has completed the signing of the midfielder until June 2031! Leave your welcome message,” said the Minas Gerais club.

What were Flamengo’s and Cruzeiro’s offers?

Flamengo offered 2 million euros (R$ 11.6 million) for 20%, plus clauses with mandatory purchase obligations until reaching 70% of the rights. In total, the deal would amount to 6 million euros (R$ 34.8 million). Cruzeiro, meanwhile, put a similar amount on the table for Sport, but with more achievable targets.

The Minas Gerais side offered 3.5 million euros (R$ 20.4 million), in addition to clauses that could bring in another 2.5 million euros (R$ 14.5 million). Adding up both offers, the figures are equivalent. However, the targets included in the proposals gave Cruzeiro the edge.

Who is Zé Lucas, Cruzeiro’s new signing?

Developed in Sport’s youth academy, Zé Lucas played 34 matches in the 2025 season. Despite the relegation of the Pernambuco club, the young defensive midfielder was one of the players who stood out in the team. In addition, the player is a regular presence in Brazil’s under-17 national team.

What are Flamengo’s transfer priorities?

Flamengo is in talks with three players for the next transfer window. The name of Thiago Almada, an attacking midfielder for Atlético de Madrid (Spain), is close to being announced, while Mengão is also close to signing a center forward and a winger.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Meanwhile, Flamengo remains focused on its next commitment of the season. This Sunday (26), Leonardo Jardim’s team faces São Paulo at the Maracanã at 6:30 p.m. (Brasília time), in the 20th round of the Brasileirão.

As usual, Coluna do Fla brings all the details about Flamengo in the 2026 season. So stay tuned to the website, social media, and YouTube. However, Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the match.

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