Coluna do Fla
·7 May 2026
Flamengo forward makes curious post amid exit rumours

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·7 May 2026

Flamengo decided to sideline Ryan Roberto because of the deadlock over his contract renewal. As a result, a post from the 18-year-old forward left red-and-black fans confused. The player shared a curious photo amid rumors of negotiations with Shakhtar Donetsk (UKR).
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In the image, the youngster appears sweaty and with a wide smile. However, behind the striker there is another boy showing both middle fingers toward the photo. “The work doesn’t stop,” says the caption, accompanied by two red and black hearts, as well as the location Ninho do Urubu.
The Most Beloved turned down Shakhtar’s offer of a fixed 8 million euros (around R$ 46 million at the exchange rate) to sign the forward. The proposal, however, could have reached R$ 57.7 million because of bonuses. Fla said no, but the Ukrainian club has not given up on the player.
The current deal between the club and the gem runs until mid-2027. So, Mengo opened talks to renew it, but the player’s staff rejected all the offers. As a result, Fla understood it had reached the limit of what it could offer and decided to sideline the youngster until the impasse is resolved.
Flamengo U-20 have gone three matches without a win in Ryan Roberto’s absence. So, the next challenge is against Botafogo in the youth-team Brasileirão. Kickoff is at 5:00 PM Brasília time on Wednesday (13).
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