Flamengo move for Luiz Henrique hit by internal decision | OneFootball

Zenit (RUS) demanded 40 million euros (R$ 238 million at the current exchange rate) to sell Luiz Henrique

Flamengo is interested in signing forward Luiz Henrique, formerly of Botafogo and currently at Zenit (RUS). However, the amount demanded by the Russians led the red-and-black club to postpone a possible move for the 25-year-old player.

That is because Zenit is demanding around 40 million euros (R$ 238 million at the current exchange rate) to sell Luiz Henrique. Director José Boto considered the amount unrealistic by the club’s standards and decided to use the money to pursue three new signings in the transfer window.

At this moment, Flamengo believes that paying 40 million euros (R$ 238 million at the current exchange rate) would be a financial risk for the club’s coffers. As a result, José Boto decided to stay grounded regarding the situation. The information comes from the website RTI Esportes.

WHAT IS LUIZ HENRIQUE’S SITUATION?

Luiz Henrique left Botafogo after being awarded “King of the Americas” in 2024. At this moment, the player belongs to Zenit, of Russia. Finally, the 25-year-old is practically guaranteed a place on the squad list for the 2026 World Cup.

In two seasons at Zenit, Luiz Henrique has low goal involvement numbers. The player has made 35 appearances, with four goals scored and four assists for his teammates.

WHAT IS FLAMENGO’S SITUATION?

Flamengo currently has some players who operate as right-sided attacking midfielders, like Luiz Henrique. In the squad, the red-and-black club has Luiz Araújo, Gonzalo Plata, Jorge Carrascal and even Lucas Paquetá, who can also play in that role.

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