Out of favour, Michael unsure of Flamengo future | OneFootball

Forward Michael was the only veteran on the field for Flamengo in the 3-3 draw with Mirassol on Saturday night. The match marked the end of both teams’ participation in the 2025 Brazilian Championship, which was won by the Rubro-Negro.

The player had a season of ups and downs, starting several games in the first half of the year, suffering an injury that kept him off the field for several weeks, and ending the season on the bench. With his contract far from expiring, the forward’s future at the club is not guaranteed and he could transfer at the end of the year.

“I have a contract, if I’m not mistaken until 2028, and I’m a player for the club. I work very hard every day and, even when I’m not playing, I try to bring joy and a bit of kindness to people. Of course, there will be moments when we’re not happy about not playing, that’s normal,” said Michael as he left the field in Mirassol.

“I really wanted to be playing, but I respect my teammates and my coach’s opinion. What I can do is work hard, and if Flamengo wants me to stay, I’m here to work. If the club wants me to take a different path, I’m also here to contribute however I can,” he added.

Flamengo’s main squad departed this Saturday for Doha, Qatar, where they will debut in the FIFA Intercontinental Cup next Wednesday against Cruz Azul from Mexico. Michael, who will travel to Qatar this Sunday to join his teammates, spoke about the experience alongside the under-20 youngsters.

“I’m the oldest, but I also feel like a kid. I tried to joke around with them and lighten the mood, spend some time with them. I’m happy to have shared these days with them and to leave here today with a positive result,” he concluded.

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