Arrascaeta dodges questions on Flamengo contract talks | OneFootball

Flamengo and Arrascaeta set to discuss renewal from the start of 2026

Flamengo takes to the field on Sunday (17), when they face Internacional, in a match valid for the 20th round of the Brasileirão. Before the match, Arrascaeta gave a press conference on Friday afternoon (15). During the chat with the press, the number 10 player dodged questions about renewing with Flamengo.

When asked about renewing his contract with Flamengo during the conference, Arrascaeta dodged: "At this moment, I would not like to talk about it". It is worth mentioning that the Uruguayan is linked with the Rubro-Negro until December 2026.

Another point worth noting is that Flamengo only intends to start negotiations to renew the contract with Arrascaeta at the beginning of 2026. From June, the Uruguayan will be able to sign a pre-contract with any club for free, if he does not agree to stay with Flamengo.

What are Arrascaeta's numbers at Flamengo?

Signed by Flamengo back in 2019, Arrascaeta has impressive numbers with the Sacred Mantle. Initially, the Uruguayan wore the number 14 shirt. However, after Gabigol's departure, the midfielder took on the historic number: 10.

Since arriving at Flamengo, Arrascaeta has scored 87 goals and provided 98 assists to teammates in 328 matches played. Thus, the number 10 player has a direct participation in 185 goals for the Most Loved.

Who is Flamengo's top scorer this season?

It's important to note that, in 2025, Arrascaeta is Flamengo's top scorer of the season. So far, the Uruguayan has scored 14 goals and provided nine assists in 38 matches played. Thus, the number 10 player has 23 direct participations in goals with the Sacred Mantle this year.

What is Flamengo's next match?

With Arrascaeta available, Flamengo returns to the field on Sunday (17), for the 20th round of the Brasileirão. The teams will face off from 18:30 (Brasília time), at the Beira-Rio Stadium. Finally, the match will be broadcast live on Premiere, on pay-per-view.

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