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

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·9 de julio de 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 rubro-negro midseason 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 helped me mature. Like I always say, things have to happen to a professional player so he can get a reality check. I learned a lot from what happened and I’m moving forward. I’m a kid who always steps on the pitch 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 completely on Flamengo. It’s the club I love and the one that believed in my work. I wasn’t shaken by it, I let my agents do their job and kept my head fully 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 backup. Wallace Yan, however, believes he could be the ideal name for the role.

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

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

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 a few 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 club from São Paulo wanted to change details of the agreement at the last minute and, because of that, Rubro-Negro pulled out of the talks. Thus, Wallace Yan looked back on those situations and highlighted his own maturing process.

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

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

In the second half, after assisting Lorran’s goal, Wallace Yan managed to score. On that occasion, in the 26th minute, the No. 64 received 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 achieved in this shirt. Being 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 like with the coaching staff and Leonardo Jardim’s work?

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

How do you help Flamengo’s academy youngsters?

I’m also a kid like them. When they move up, I always try to support them. Lorran and I have been together since the academy days; when he scores, we dance.”

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