Coluna do Fla
·7 August 2026
Did Flamengo enquire about a Borussia Dortmund striker? We checked!

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·7 August 2026

One of Flamengo’s priorities in this transfer window is signing a striker. With that in mind, a new name has started to be linked with the Rubro-Negro: Fábio Silva, from Borussia Dortmund (GER). Coluna do Fla, therefore, looked into the matter.
According to reporter Leo José from Coluna do Fla, Flamengo has not contacted Borussia Dortmund about signing Fábio Silva. The 24-year-old striker arrived at the German club last season and stood out under coach Niko Kovač.
A 24-year-old Portuguese player, Fábio Silva is a right-footed center forward who came through Porto’s (POR) youth academy. In addition, the player has also had spells at Wolverhampton (ENG), PSV (NED), Anderlecht (BEL), Rangers (SCO), and Las Palmas (ESP).
In the 2025/26 season, the forward made 39 appearances for Borussia Dortmund, with three goals and seven assists. It is also worth noting that Fábio Silva was a regular at youth level for the Portuguese National Team and is looking to earn a place in the senior squad.
Flamengo wants to bring in three players to strengthen the squad in this transfer window: an attacking midfielder, a winger, and a striker. The board’s idea is to sign a young player to rotate with Pedro when needed, as well as a backup for Arrascaeta.
First of all, the Rubro-Negro was in talks to sign Thiago Almada, formerly of Botafogo. However, the Atlético de Madrid (ESP) midfielder preferred to accept River Plate’s offer. As a result, Flamengo began negotiations with Luiz Henrique, a winger from Zenit (RUS).
While the board continues searching for reinforcements, Flamengo remains focused on its next commitment of 2026. This Sunday (09), the Most Beloved faces Vitória at 7:30 PM (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, for the 22nd round of the Brasileirão.
So, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla brings you all the details about Flamengo in the 2026 season. So stay tuned to the website, social media, and YouTube. In addition, SporTV (subscription channel) and Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the match against Vitória.
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