Iago shares emotional farewell to Flamengo after move to US club

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·16 Februari 2026

Iago shares emotional farewell to Flamengo after move to US club

Iago Teodoro was not in Filipe Luís's plans for 2026

Orlando City (USA) announced the signing of defender Iago in this transfer window. The former Flamengo player will strengthen the United States team in 2026 after not receiving opportunities with Filipe Luís. Thus, this Sunday (15), the young player posted an emotional farewell on social media.

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It was almost seven years full of stories to tell. Days of struggle, hard work, exhaustion, and also glories! Even leaving Flamengo as a youth player, I believe I managed to create a strong identity with the fans. That's why today, I came to say goodbye officially and, most importantly, to thank the fans for their affection. I had a dream of playing with Flamengo's main team. Maybe it will happen in another opportunity! Now, it's time to follow my path, my road, and remember the good moments I had wearing the jersey with honor! Dedication, sweat, and effort were never lacking! In every defeat, every victory, and every trophy lifted, the love for the club was there. My heartfelt thanks, red-black fans!!! SRN,” said Iago.

How much will Flamengo receive for the sale of Iago?

It is worth noting that Orlando City paid 1.4 million dollars (R$ 7.3 million) to sign Iago. However, Flamengo will not keep the total amount of the sale, as Volta Redonda, the defender's first club, holds 40% of the young player's rights.

Moreover, according to the report by Coluna do Fla, Flamengo retains 30% of Iago's economic rights. Thus, if the defender is transferred by Orlando City in the future, the Rubro-Negro will receive part of the amount.

Who is Iago, Flamengo's defender?

Captain of the under-20 team, Iago joined Flamengo in 2021, after standing out in the juniors of Volta Redonda. Since then, the defender has established himself as one of the main names in the youth categories of Mengão. In total, the player played 145 games for Fla, scoring 25 goals and providing one assist.

What was Iago's situation at Flamengo?

After standing out in the red-black youth, Iago was in an undefined situation at Flamengo. This is because, having exceeded the age to be part of the under-20 team of Mengão, the defender was not in coach Filipe Luís's plans for the 2026 season. Thus, the Rubro-Negro negotiated the young defender.

What is Flamengo's next match?

Meanwhile, Flamengo remains focused on the next commitment of the season. This Thursday (19), Filipe Luís's team faces Lanús (ARG), at 9:30 PM (Brasília time), at the Estadio Ciudad de Lanús, for the first leg of the Recopa Sudamericana.

Thus, as tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details about the match between Flamengo and Lanús, through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, ESPN (closed channel) and Disney+ (streaming) will broadcast the Recopa match.

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