Flamengo hit a snag trying to ‘cash in’ on player sales

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Coluna do Fla

·5 June 2026

Flamengo hit a snag trying to ‘cash in’ on player sales

What does Flamengo think about selling players from the current squad?

The Flamengo board has already started reviewing the first half of the 2026 season. Among the topics on the agenda is the possible sale of players in the next transfer window. Even without closing the door on potential negotiations, the Rubro-Negro already understands that it will face obstacles in the market.

According to reporting by Coluna do Fla, in the current planning, Flamengo believes it has a high-quality squad and, therefore, does not rule out the departure of a player in the mid-year window. Internally, in fact, this issue is treated as a priority with a view to increasing cash flow.

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Even knowing this situation, the sale of players is not seen as simple behind the scenes at Flamengo. That is because, in the overall assessment of the squad, the players are already considered older for the market. Thus, negotiations involving the squad itself present difficulties.

WHICH PLAYERS COULD POSSIBLY RECEIVE OFFERS?

At the moment, Flamengo is working with the possibility of receiving offers for players who will represent their national teams at the World Cup. As a result, players such as Léo Pereira, Plata and Carrascal, for example, should be monitored by the European market. However, young players in the squad could also emerge as possible business opportunities for the Rubro-Negro.

WHAT IS THE PLAYERS' SITUATION DURING THE WORLD CUP?

While nine players are serving their countries in the national teams at the World Cup, the rest of the squad is enjoying vacation. Thus, the team is scheduled to report back on June 19 at CT Ninho do Urubu. After that, the Rubro-Negro will hold a preseason training camp in Portugal.

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