Lelê’s future with Fluminense still up in the air | OneFootball

The Fluminense did not extend the loan of forward Lelê with Atlético-GO. However, this does not mean that the player's situation is completely defined for 2026. The final decision will still be made by the club.

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As soon as the Série B of the Brazilian Championship ended, the management of the Goiás club approached Fluminense with the aim of extending the loan for another year. However, involved in the electoral process, the Tricolor dismissed the negotiation.

Additionally, Luís Zubeldía will play an important role in defining the squad for 2026 and will analyze Lelê's performance. This will only happen after the final stages of the Copa do Brasil in December.

Lelê went on vacation last Monday and will report back to Fluminense only in the first days of January, when his situation will be defined.

With the Tricolor qualified for the Libertadores, the tendency is that he will be utilized, as the 2026 calendar will be extensive. Next year, the Brazilian Championship will start in January and will be played alongside the Campeonato Carioca.

Lelê was one of the highlights of Atlético-GO this season. He played 17 matches in the Série B of the Brazilian Championship and scored six goals wearing the Goiás Dragon jersey.

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