Deal off! Luiz Henrique says talks with Flamengo are over | OneFootball

Flamengo tried to sign Luiz Henrique

Luiz Henrique will not be a Flamengo player, at least for now. The player’s staff released a statement on Friday night (07) saying that talks have ended. As a result, the Zenit (RUS) player will not wear the Sacred Jersey in 2026.

“Luiz Henrique’s staff informs that negotiations with Flamengo are officially over. Due to a series of events that made it difficult for the deal to move forward, the parties were unable to reach an agreement at this time,” the statement said.

WHAT WERE THE ISSUES?

Flamengo failed to reach a financial agreement with Zenit (RUS). According to reporting by Mônica Alves of Coluna do Fla, the Rubro-Negro was willing to ‘push the limit’ up to 25 million euros. That is, approximately R$ 146 million. On the other hand, the Russian club is only willing to negotiate for 35 million euros (R$ 205 million).

In addition, Flamengo wanted to spread the investment over three years. Zenit, however, demanded full payment upfront, a scenario completely ruled out by the Rubro-Negro. So, even with advanced talks and Luiz Henrique’s interest in wearing the Sacred Jersey, the negotiations ended unsuccessfully.

NO REINFORCEMENTS FOR THE LIBERTADORES?

With failed negotiations for Thiago Almada and Luiz Henrique, Flamengo will not have reinforcements for the matchups against Cruzeiro in the Copa Libertadores round of 16. That is because the registration deadline was until 6:00 p.m. (Brasília time) this Friday (07).

However, if Flamengo advances to the quarterfinals, against Tolima (COL) or Independiente del Valle (EQU), possible new signings can still be registered. Still, based on Luiz Henrique’s staff’s statement, talks over a possible signing will not resume even for September.

WHAT IS THE AUTHOR’S OPINION?

— Flamengo targeted ‘big names’ and ended up with none for the Libertadores round of 16. The fans are angry and impatient. Especially because rival Cruzeiro made six signings. So, looking at the market, the Rubro-Negro fell behind — said Pedro Paulo Catonho, journalist at Coluna do Fla.

— However, there is no reason to panic. Flamengo’s current squad is very strong and is fully capable of getting past Cruzeiro over the next two Wednesdays. In Luiz Henrique’s position, Mengo has Plata, who has been doing very well in recent months. There is also Luiz Araújo returning from injury. Carrascal can rediscover his best form. Paquetá can play there as well. There is no shortage of options — he added.

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