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Flamengo Receives Rejection from Internacional, Owing R$ 21.6 Million to the Rubro-Negro for Thiago Maia

Flamengo made a proposal of R$ 53.2 million to acquire defender Vitão from Internacional. However, the southern club refused, even though they owe the Rubro-Negro for the signing of Thiago Maia at the end of 2024.

This is because Internacional wants R$ 75.8 million for 80% of the 25-year-old defender, who is under contract with the Gaucho team until 2026. Therefore, Flamengo is likely to back down, as they do not intend to pay more than R$ 63 million, according to UOL's findings.

Why Did Flamengo Make a 'Low' Offer to Internacional?

Of the R$ 53.2 million offered by Flamengo, R$ 31.6 million would be in cash and R$ 21.6 million as forgiveness of the debt for Thiago Maia. Besides considering Internacional's asking price too high, the Rubro-Negro is keen on resolving the dispute.

What Happened in the Thiago Maia Case?

The Gaucho club requested Thiago Maia from Flamengo in March 2024 for 4 million euros (R$ 21.6 million at the time's exchange rate), but has not yet made the payment. The Rubro-Negro is still trying to receive the money.

How Long Has Vitão Been in Flamengo's Plans?

Flamengo has had its eye on Vitão since January of this year. The Portuguese José Boto, the current director of football at Mais Querido, was one of those responsible for bringing the defender to Europe when he was the head scout at Shakhtar Donetsk (UKR).

What Is Flamengo's Next Match?

Without an agreement for Vitão, Flamengo will face Cruz Azul (MEX) this Wednesday (10) at 2 PM (Brasília time) at Ahmad bin Ali Stadium, for the Derby of the Americas of the Intercontinental.

The Coluna do Fla will provide all the match details through YouTube, the website, and social media. However, Globo (open channel), GE TV (YouTube), and Cazé TV (YouTube) will broadcast the Flamengo vs. Cruz Azul match.

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