Filipe Luís responds after Alcaraz comments on Flamengo exit | OneFootball

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·28 July 2025

Filipe Luís responds after Alcaraz comments on Flamengo exit

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Alcaraz signs permanent contract with Everton (ENG) after loan from Flamengo


Flamengo defeated Atlético-MG 1-0 on Sunday (27) and, after the victory, coach Filipe Luís took the opportunity to comment on some behind-the-scenes issues of Mengão. On the occasion, the red-black commander opened up about the recent statements of 'Charly' Alcaraz. Thus, the coach reiterated that he likes the Argentine midfielder.

I have a huge affection for him, he was a champion by my side and I've already said everything, just review the interview and there you'll find everything I think about this situation. And he knows the affection I have for him. In fact, we talked and he's a very special boy, whom I wish all the best. I'm absolutely grateful for everything -, said Filipe Luís.


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WHAT DID ALCARAZ SAY?

Flamengo loaned 'Charly' Alcaraz to Everton at the beginning of the 2025 season. In this way, after good performances in England, the English team exercised the purchase option and signed a permanent contract with the midfielder. Now, during a preseason game, the Argentine vented about leaving the Most Beloved and said he would have liked to stay at the club.

I don't have much to say. The little time I spent at Flamengo was very beautiful, I have a lot of affection for the fans. I just have to say that everything they said about me is a lie. That's all I have to say. Many things were said about me. Filipe (Luís), (José) Boto, and I know why I decided to leave. That's it! So that people can stay calm. I really wanted to stay at Flamengo, I wanted to stay because I know the level of player I am. They tried to turn people against me. The truth is that in all the clubs I've been to, I did well. And it wasn't the case (at Flamengo). The truth is that it wasn't. Whenever I wore the Flamengo jersey, I knew the responsibility I had, I knew what I had to do. After they said they couldn't find a position for me, obviously, I didn't like it. I'm a player and I can adapt to any position. Today, it happened that I played in a totally new position and I tried to get used to it. Many things were said that are not true. I just have to thank the Flamengo fans, in the little time I had, they always made me feel loved, always sent me messages of support. Just to thank them for that time and to let them know that I always wanted to stay at Flamengo and that it wasn't my decision to leave”, said Alcaraz.

HOW WAS ALCARAZ'S TRAJECTORY AT FLAMENGO?

Alcaraz arrived at Flamengo with great expectations, after the large investment made by the former red-black board. However, the player left the Most Beloved after about six months, since he was not in the plans of coach Filipe Luís. In total, the midfielder participated in 19 games with the Sacred Mantle, having scored three goals and provided two assists for his teammates to score.

IS ALCARAZ THE MOST EXPENSIVE SIGNING IN FLAMENGO'S HISTORY?

So far, 'Charly' Alcaraz remains the most expensive signing in Flamengo's history. To have the Argentine, in August 2024, Mengão paid R$ 110.6 million to Southampton (ENG). However, the midfielder is about to be surpassed by Samuel Lino. This is because the Most Beloved will pay 22 million euros (around R$ 143 million) to bring the striker from Atlético de Madrid (ESP).

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.

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