Flamengo are on the verge of signing Thiago Almada after reaching a full agreement with Atlético Madrid, with next week expected to be decisive
Thiago Almada is closing in on a move to Flamengo, with next week expected to bring the final green light for the Argentine midfielder's transfer. According to reports from South America and Europe, Atlético Madrid and Flamengo have already reached a full agreement on the structure of the deal, leaving only the final formalities before the 25-year-old heads to Rio de Janeiro.
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Why Flamengo are now in pole position
Almada had hoped to remain in European football, but that scenario has now faded. Sources close to the negotiations indicate that no concrete offers arrived from European clubs in recent weeks, while River Plate withdrew from the race earlier in the window. As a result, Flamengo have become the only active bidder and are now in a commanding position to complete one of the biggest transfers in South American football this summer.
The Argentine attacking midfielder enjoyed another productive 2025-26 campaign, making 47 appearances across all competitions, scoring 12 goals and providing 11 assists. Comfortable as a No. 10, winger or second striker, Almada's creativity, vision and ability to break defensive lines convinced Flamengo that he is the ideal player to strengthen Filipe Luís' squad ahead of the decisive stages of the season.
Official announcement could arrive next week
With the clubs aligned on every major detail, attention now turns to the final paperwork and the player's arrival in Brazil. Reports suggest Flamengo are preparing to finalize the transfer early next week before scheduling Almada's medical and official presentation.
If everything proceeds as expected, Flamengo will secure one of South America's most talented playmakers and add another marquee name to their squad. After weeks of uncertainty surrounding his future, Almada now appears destined to swap Atlético Madrid for the Maracanã, with the deal entering its final stages.