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·8 January 2026

Vitão gives first interview as Flamengo’s new signing

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What did Vitão say about playing for Flamengo?


Vitão arrived in Rio de Janeiro this Thursday (08) to sign a contract with Flamengo. Thus, the defender took the opportunity to comment on his expectations about wearing the Sacred Mantle.

“Very happy. May it be a blessed year for us”, said Vitão, this Thursday (08), in contact with the Coluna do Fla team. Now, the defender is resting before reporting to Flamengo this Friday (09), at Ninho do Urubu.


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How much did Flamengo pay for Vitão?

Flamengo finalized the signing of Vitão with Internacional after ‘paying’ 10 million euros (R$ 65 million at the current exchange rate). Thus, the Most Beloved will pay 6 million euros and will forgive the debt owed by the team from Rio Grande do Sul for the purchase of Thiago Maia.

What was Internacional’s debt to Flamengo for Thiago Maia?

Internacional bought Thiago Maia for 4 million euros (R$ 21.6 million at the exchange rate at the time), in July 2024, with payment divided into 10 installments. However, it has not yet been paid off. The amount, with adjustments, would be around 4.7 million euros (R$ 30.6 million).

When will Vitão sign with Flamengo?

Vitão will sign a contract with Flamengo this Friday (09). The defender has already undergone medical exams and is all set to be presented as the newest red-and-black signing. The first press conference is also scheduled for this Friday (09), at 2:30 p.m. (Brasília time).

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