Flamengo decide on Thiago Almada pursuit against Palmeiras | OneFootball

Thiago Almada is a world champion with Argentina and Libertadores winner with Botafogo

The situation of Thiago Almada is one of imminent departure from Atlético de Madrid (ESP). Thus, Palmeiras emerges as a strong candidate to sign the Argentine midfielder, but Flamengo is considering entering the race for the player without making a commitment.

This is because the Most Beloved understands that signing the playmaker is a significant investment for a field position that is not a priority. Therefore, the Rubro-Negro will avoid entering any kind of bidding war against the São Paulo team to sign the former Botafogo player.

How much does Thiago Almada currently cost?

The Argentine world champion with the national team is valued at 20 million euros (R$ 125.5 million, at the current exchange rate) for 50% of the economic rights. However, Fla already has two midfielders in the squad, Jorge Carrascal and Arrascaeta, one of the greatest idols of the Most Beloved.

So, will Flamengo let Palmeiras sign Almada?

The former Botafogo standout is not a starter in the team coached by Simeone. However, the athlete's staff states that the young player prefers to stay in Europe rather than return to Brazil, where he has already won the Brasileirão and the Libertadores.

What is Thiago Almada's career like?

The 24-year-old midfielder is a revelation from Vélez Sarsfield (ARG), who negotiated him with Atlanta (USA). In Major League Soccer (MLS), the midfielder earned a call-up to the Argentine National Team, which won the world championship in 2022.

From there, John Textor signed him for the 2024 champion Botafogo, but opened a debt with Atlanta. After six months in Brazil, the American businessman loaned him to Lyon (FRA), and in July 2025, Atlético de Madrid bought him outright. Thus, the midfielder has already moved about 59 million euros (R$ 368.7 million) in the transfer market.

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