Flamengo plot renewal, target younger squad for 2026 | OneFootball

Behind the scenes at Gávea, Flamengo is already starting to shape the future of its squad with a clear objective: rejuvenation. The club’s management has begun strategic planning for 2026 aimed at significantly reducing the average age of the group, currently close to 28 years, and building a solid foundation to ensure long-term competitiveness.

The initial focus of the overhaul will be on sectors considered crucial, such as the defensive system and midfield. The strategy is to look for younger athletes in the market, in the 22 to 26 age range, offering longer-term contracts. The goal is to establish a strong core that can be the backbone of the team until at least 2028.

This renewal movement is also expected to impact the future of some of the most experienced players in the squad. The arrival of younger players could mean the departure of veterans who do not fit into the new planning cycle or who receive offers from other clubs.

The project is scheduled to be put into practice at the start of the next season, right after the holiday period. The new coaching staff will have a direct and fundamental role in choosing the profiles and assembling the squad that will represent Flamengo in the coming years.

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