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Which former Flamengo target is standing out in the English Championship?

Flamengo tried to sign Michael Johnston from West Bromwich (ENG). However, Mais Querido backed out of signing the player at the last minute. Currently, the athlete is one of the standouts in the Championship, the second division of the English league.

Michael Johnston has nine assists in the current Championship season, leading the category alongside Gustavo Hamer from Sheffield United. In other words, the player is having a great moment in 2026.

Why didn’t Flamengo move forward with signing Michael Johnston?

Flamengo had agreed to sign Michael Johnston from West Bromwich Albion for 5 million pounds (R$ 37 million at the current exchange rate). Furthermore, the European player already had his ticket booked to arrive in Rio de Janeiro. However, the red-and-black board decided to cancel the deal, citing physical issues.

What did Coluna do Fla’s report find on the subject?

However, according to an investigation by Coluna do Fla, the real reason for backing out of the deal also involved public pressure from the Flamengo fans. Thus, the club interrupted negotiations with Michael Johnston’s representatives and with West Bromwich Albion due to the negative backlash and public opinion.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Flamengo now turns its attention to the match against Lanús (ARG), this Thursday (26th), at Maracanã, for the second leg of the Recopa Sudamericana. The match will take place from 9:30 pm (Brasília time), with coverage on ESPN (cable channel) and Disney+ (streaming).

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