Matheus Gonçalves leaves Flamengo for Arab club: “Forever a Ninho boy” | OneFootball

Flamengo sold Matheus Gonçalves to Al Ahli (SAU)

Matheus Gonçalves is no longer a player for Flamengo. The midfielder bid farewell to the club on Wednesday night (27) after reaching an agreement with Al Ahli (SAU). In an emotional video on social media, the young player sent a message to the Rubro-Negra Nation in a tone of gratitude.

“Thank you, Flamengo. Forever a boy from the Ninho,” wrote Matheus Gonçalves in the caption of the post. Therefore, the midfielder leaves the club having the final of the Under-20 Club World Cup as his last match with the Sacred Rubro-Negro Mantle. On Saturday (23), the player won the championship for the second time, helping the team win on penalties against Barcelona (ESP).

WHAT WAS THE VIDEO PUBLISHED BY MATHEUS GONÇALVES?

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WHAT DID MATHEUS GONÇALVES SAY IN THE VIDEO?

“This question (about leaving) is very difficult because I have experienced many things at this club. It all started when I was 12 years old, playing futsal and field. Every time I wore the Flamengo jersey, I always felt something special. Time went by, and the demands increased. Always very happy. During my time in the youth team, I won titles and made friends that I will carry for the rest of my life,” began Matheus Gonçalves.

“And the joy and love I always saw in the fans is what gave me more desire to fight for this jersey. With you, Flamengo, I fulfilled my greatest dream, which was to become a professional player. And in every match, there was always grit, love, and passion. The time has come to follow a new path, a difficult decision, but I need new opportunities and new challenges. Thank you very much, Nation! And thank you very much, Flamengo,” added the midfielder.

HOW MUCH WILL FLAMENGO EARN FROM THE SALE OF MATHEUS GONÇALVES?

In summary, with few opportunities in the professional team of Flamengo, Matheus Gonçalves was not part of Filipe Luís's plans. Thus, the Rubro-Negro accepted the offer of 8 million euros (R$ 50 million) from Al Ahli for the player. Therefore, the midfielder leaves the club after 15 games and two goals in the main team in 2025.

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