Could he join Flamengo? Liverpool full-back to leave this season

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·10 de abril de 2026

Could he join Flamengo? Liverpool full-back to leave this season

Andrew Robertson will leave Liverpool (ENG) in June 2026

Flamengo already have their squad set for the 2026 season, but they are still ‘keeping an eye on’ new opportunities. In that sense, left-back Andrew Robertson is close to becoming a free agent after announcing his departure from Liverpool (ENG).

Wearing the Liverpool shirt since July 2017, Robertson did not renew his contract and will leave the English club in June 2026, when the European season ends. In total, the 32-year-old full-back made 373 appearances for the ‘Reds’, winning nine trophies, including one Champions League and two Premier League titles.

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What did Robertson say about leaving Liverpool?

It’s never easy to leave a club like Liverpool; it has been a huge part of my life and my family’s life over the last nine years. But for me, players move on, other people move on — what stays the same is the club and, obviously, the supporters. I’ve spent nine incredible years here. Look, I think it’s well documented, especially over the last year, that I had opportunities to leave and didn’t take them because of how hard it was to leave this club. And I wouldn’t change that for anything in the world. I know football moves on, I know teams move on, and I think now is the time for me to move on and go wherever my next move is and wherever my career takes me. I will always look back on incredible memories from this football club; I gave my heart and soul to the club for nine years and I don’t regret much. I grew as a man and as a person. This club will always mean a lot to me, the supporters will always mean a lot to me. It’s been an incredible journey,” Robertson said in an interview with Liverpool’s website.

Do Flamengo want to sign a new left-back?

Flamengo are closely monitoring the situation at left-back. That is because head coach Leonardo Jardim has two main options for the role: Alex Sandro and Ayrton Lucas. In addition, Matías Viña is on loan at River Plate (ARG) until the end of 2026, but he remains under contract with the Rubro-Negro until December 2028.

However, Alex Sandro’s contract with Flamengo runs until December 2026 and his stay at the club is not guaranteed. That is because, at 35, the player wants to reduce his workload, and a move to another team with a ‘less hectic’ schedule is being considered. Finally, Ayrton Lucas is not a unanimous favorite among Flamengo fans.

When does the second 2026 transfer window open?

It is worth noting that the second transfer window in Brazilian football will take place between July 20 and September 11. Therefore, as usual, Flamengo are expected to invest in strengthening the Rubro-Negro squad.

What is Flamengo’s next match?

Meanwhile, Flamengo remain focused on their next fixture of the season. This Sunday (12), the Rubro-Negro face Fluminense at 6:00 pm (Brasília time) at the Maracanã, in the 11th round of the Brazilian Championship.

As tradition dictates, Coluna do Fla will bring all the details of the match between Flamengo and Fluminense through YouTube, the website and social media. However, Premiere (pay-per-view) will broadcast the Brazilian Championship derby.

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