Why Europe is watching Flamengo’s creative genius at the Club World Cup | OneFootball

As Flamengo prepare for the Club World Cup in the United States, all attention has turned to their influential No. 10, Giorgian de Arrascaeta. In the lead-up to the tournament, the Spanish newspaper AS singled out the Uruguayan midfielder as the central figure to watch from the Brazilian side, advising European clubs to be wary of his impact on the big stage.

Arrascaeta's 2025 season has been a showcase of consistency and influence. He has contributed directly to 18 goals in 26 appearances so far, with 12 goals and 6 assists, embodying the creative and scoring force behind Flamengo’s attack. AS described him as “the great reference of the team,” underlining his tactical intelligence and technical quality, and noted that his form could allow Flamengo to compete credibly with clubs of Chelsea’s caliber within the group.

What makes Arrascaeta’s season especially notable is the tactical adaptation implemented by coach Filipe Luís. Flamengo have often lined up without a traditional center forward, opting for a more fluid attacking setup. The Spanish publication highlighted how Arrascaeta has thrived in this system, showcasing his versatility and tactical acumen, and consistently finding ways to score—whether through late runs into the box or set pieces. Impressively, he has played a central role in more than half of Flamengo’s goals in the Brazilian championship so far.

Rumors of Arrascaeta being linked with European clubs have swirled for years, but as the Club World Cup draws near, the international spotlight may only intensify. With Flamengo sharing their group with Chelsea, Tunisia’s Espérance, and Los Angeles FC, Arrascaeta’s performances will be closely monitored not just by fans in Brazil and Uruguay, but also by European scouts seeking creative midfield talent.

At present, Arrascaeta is on international duty with Uruguay in the 2026 World Cup qualifiers and is scheduled to return to Flamengo on June 11, just ahead of the team's departure to the United States. His return will be timely, as Flamengo look to maximize his leadership and technical skills during a pivotal campaign.

With the Club World Cup offering a global platform, Arrascaeta's ability to influence play and carry Flamengo’s creative burden ensures he will be one of the tournament’s most scrutinized and potentially coveted players. The coming weeks could shape both his personal trajectory and Flamengo's hopes on the world stage.

Source: Globo