Italian club close to signing João Gomes, ex-Flamengo | OneFootball

Currently, the former Flamengo player is in his fourth season with the Wolves (ENG), who are fighting to avoid relegation

The negotiation between two European teams could bring money to Flamengo. This is because midfielder João Gomes, a product of Ninho do Urubu, is about to leave Wolverhampton (ENG) to play for Napoli (ITA).

João Gomes has already said 'yes' to Napoli for the transfer to take place in June, at the end of the European season. However, the English club wants to receive a high sum for the player, whose contract only ends in 2030. The information comes from Italian journalist Gianluca Di Marzio, who does not mention figures.

How much is João Gomes worth?

Although the amounts have not been disclosed, the midfielder revealed by Flamengo is valued at 40 million euros (R$ 250.7 million), according to “Transfermarkt”. The midfielder has been with the British team since 2023.

Would Flamengo receive anything from João Gomes' transfer?

Besides being the club that developed him, the Rubro-Negro still holds 10% of the economic rights of the midfielder. Therefore, a potential purchase and sale of the player would profit the Mais Querido, which provided the professional debut of the 24-year-old in 2021, when the youngster was 19.

But why only in June?

The Wolves are fighting to avoid relegation in the English League, and João Gomes is an undisputed starter for the team, which has only seven points. Therefore, the former Flamengo player is expected to stay until the end of the European season to try to prevent the drop.

Thus, moving to Napoli would be a sporting leap in the career of the midfielder. After all, the former Rubro-Negro has not yet won titles in the Premier League, while the Italian team is the current national champion and frequently competes in the Champions League.

Is João Gomes doing well at Wolves?

Besides being a starter, the Brazilian has even worn the captain's armband in England on some occasions. Currently, the ‘pitbull’ is in his fourth year with the Wolves, with seven goals and four assists.

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