Cruzeiro owner reveals interest in signing Arrascaeta | OneFootball

What did Pedro Lourenço, owner of Cruzeiro’s SAF, say about signing Arrascaeta?

Arrascaeta is one of the best players in Brazil. The midfielder has stood out in Brazilian football for years and, therefore, draws the attention of other clubs. Owner of Cruzeiro’s SAF, Pedro Lourenço revealed that he dreams of signing the number 10 from Gávea.

— (Cruzeiro) Hasn’t yet (approached Flamengo to discuss Arrascaeta). But if they want to sell. Today, he’s a player who interests any team in Brazil. We already brought him (to Cruzeiro) from Uruguay when nobody knew him (2015). He’s a player who needs no introduction. But I believe that Flamengo won’t let him go. I don’t think so,” he said in an interview with ‘Cruzeiro Estelar’ at the beginning of 2025.

Did Arrascaeta play for Cruzeiro?

Yes! Arrascaeta wore the Cruzeiro shirt between the 2015 and 2018 seasons. The player had some great moments, as he won the Copa do Brasil twice in a row. However, in 2019, the player transferred to Flamengo.

Since then, Arrascaeta has been making history wearing the Flamengo shirt. The Uruguayan has won 16 titles and has become one of the Rubro-Negro idols. In the last season, for example, the number 10 lifted the Libertadores and the Brazilian Championship trophies, and was also named the ‘King of America’.

How long is Arrascaeta’s contract with Flamengo?

Arrascaeta will stay at Flamengo for a long time yet. That’s because the number 10 renewed his contract until the end of 2028, that is, for three more years. So, the Rubro-Negro fans can rest easy regarding the midfielder’s contract situation.

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