Wallace Yan reveals ‘reality check’ at Flamengo, eyes Pedro role

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·9 July 2026

Wallace Yan reveals ‘reality check’ at Flamengo, eyes Pedro role

Wallace Yan scored one of Flamengo’s goals in the win over Lausanne Sport (SUI)

Flamengo beat Lausanne Sport (SUI) this Wednesday (08), 2-0, in the second friendly of the club’s mid-season break. Scorer of the second goal, Wallace Yan spoke to the press this Thursday (09) and, in response to Coluna do Fla, highlighted his maturing process after controversies in 2025.

— What happened was for me to mature. Like I always say, for a professional player, things need to happen sometimes to give you a reality check. I learned a lot from what happened, and I’m moving forward. I’m a guy who always steps on the field wanting to win. Of course, sometimes we get negative results, but my desire is always the same -, said the player.

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— Maturing also helped me understand the kind of person I am. Of course, there were transfer rumors and things like that, but my mind was fully on Flamengo. It’s the club of my heart and the one that believed in my work. I wasn’t shaken by it, I let my agents do their job, and I kept my mind completely focused on Flamengo -, Wallace Yan added.

Could Wallace Yan be Pedro’s backup?

One of Flamengo’s priorities in the next transfer window is signing a center forward to be Pedro’s replacement. Wallace Yan, however, believes he is the ideal name for the position.

— I do see myself there, yes. Of course I have the potential for that, but I have to respect Pedro. When he’s available, I have to be patient, but of course when I get the opportunity, I’ll be there to get the job done -, he began.

— My motivation is 100%. But being a young player, I have to respect Pedro and Bruno (Henrique), who also finds it easy to play in the position I play. I’ll keep working. If I get the opportunity, I’ll be there focused and fully prepared -, the young Flamengo player added.

What controversies did Wallace Yan go through at Flamengo?

Wallace Yan went through turbulent moments at Flamengo in 2025. The young forward was involved in some controversial episodes, such as being sent off after ten minutes against Bahia and exchanging taunts with Hulk, Lyanco, and Everson of Atlético-MG.

In addition, already in 2026, the player said goodbye to Flamengo amid negotiations with Red Bull Bragantino. However, the São Paulo club wanted to change details in the deal at the last minute and, because of that, Rubro-Negro pulled out of the talks. So Wallace Yan looked back on those situations and highlighted his own growth.

How did Wallace Yan perform in Flamengo vs. Lausanne Sport?

Coach Leonardo Jardim started Wallace Yan in the friendly between Flamengo and Lausanne Sport. In the first half, the forward tried to find the net, but was denied by goalkeeper Castella.

Then in the second half, after assisting Lorran’s goal, Wallace Yan managed to score. In the 26th minute, number 64 took advantage of a gift from a Lausanne defender and scored Mengão’s second goal in the friendly.

See other quotes from Wallace Yan:

How important was the goal in the friendly?

It’s an important goal for me because of the milestone I reached wearing this shirt. At 21 years old, that’s very rewarding. But it also shows Leo’s trust, the coaching staff’s trust, and Flamengo’s staff’s trust in me. I’ll keep working to reach many more milestones in this shirt.”

What is your relationship with the coaching staff like, and how is Leonardo Jardim’s work?

My conversations with Léo are always direct. He explains to me what I have to do on the field. That’s in my hands. To get out there, show him my work, show him he can count on me. I’ll keep working so he gives me more opportunities. And be happy, just like I was yesterday.”

How do you help Flamengo’s youth academy players?

I’m also a young guy like them. When they come up, I always try to support them. Lorran and I have been together since the academy; when one scores, we dance.”

This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.