Coluna do Fla
·28 luglio 2025
Flamengo say goodbye to Wesley: "Go conquer the world, lad"

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·28 luglio 2025
The red-black club published a farewell note on Monday (28) for the right-back Wesley, who was bought by Roma (ITA). The message, shared on the official social media, highlighted the player's journey and recalled a special compliment from the idol Leandro.
See Flamengo's note in full:
Anyone who is Flamengo knows that only a red-black kid could wear the mythical number 43 on the jersey. With sweat and a lot of resilience, our Boy from the Nest overcame the challenge of being the starting right-back for the Clube de Regatas do Flamengo day after day. On the field, he earned admiration for the personality and humility with which he always wore the Mantle. He received the blessing of a Nation idol. Leandro surrendered to his football. The sacrifice of someone who worked and dedicated himself daily to his dream was rewarded. Everyone can turn things around. Go conquer the world, kid. Always carry your family's teachings in your heart. The Nation continues here, cheering for you, our creation!
The right-back was announced by the Italian team also on Monday (28). “Welcome to Roma, Wesley,” highlights a post made by Roma on social media. In the video, the former Flamengo player already appears in uniform, with the number 43 jersey, and focused on the upcoming challenges of his career.
Before leaving, the former number 43 of Flamengo stated that he intends to return one day to the Red-Black, where he feels at home. “It's not a goodbye, it's a see you later. After all, here I am at home and out there I hope to become a champion too, and when I return, it's Flamengo,” Wesley said when approached at the airport.
Roma will pay Flamengo 25 million euros (R$ 162 million), an amount that can reach 30 million (R$ 194 million) if the player meets contractual goals. Revealed by the Red-Black, Wesley played 139 matches, scored four goals, and provided six assists.
To fill Wesley's departure, Flamengo announced the signing of Emerson Royal. Thus, the red-black club spent 9 million euros (about R$ 58 million) for the 26-year-old right-back who was at Milan (ITA).
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