Samuel Lino close to Flamengo, could become Brazil’s priciest signing

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·24 July 2025

Samuel Lino close to Flamengo, could become Brazil’s priciest signing

Palmeiras Striker, Vitor Roque, Becomes the Most Expensive Signing in National Football

Flamengo is in ongoing talks to finalize the signing of Samuel Lino, currently a player for Atlético de Madrid (ESP). The 25-year-old forward is one of the standout players in Diego Simeone's team, and therefore, the Flamengo management will have to 'open their wallets' to bring the athlete. In this sense, the winger could become the most expensive signing in Brazilian football.

This is because Flamengo is preparing an offer of around 25 million euros (R$ 162.4 million at the current exchange rate) for Samuel Lino. Thus, if the negotiation is finalized with these values, the forward would become the most expensive signing in the history of Brazilian football. So far, the largest investment made in the national scene was by Palmeiras, who spent R$ 154.64 million on Vitor Roque.

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WHAT IS FLAMENGO'S MOST EXPENSIVE SIGNING?

It is worth noting, however, that Samuel Lino will not only make history in Brazilian football. This is because the player could become the most expensive signing for Flamengo, if the values reach 25 million euros (R$ 162.4 million). Until now, 'Charly' Alcaraz, currently a midfielder for Everton (ENG), holds the top spot in the ranking, having cost R$ 110.6 million in 2024.

Carlos Alcaraz – R$ 110.6 million Pedro – R$ 88.2 million Gerson (2nd stint) – R$ 85.7 million Arrascaeta – R$ 79.5 million Gabigol – R$ 78.6 million De La Cruz – R$ 77.7 million Cebolinha – R$ 73 million Gerson (1st stint) – R$ 49.7 million Luiz Araújo – R$ 48 million Vitinho – R$ 44 million

WHAT ARE SAMUEL LINO'S NUMBERS FROM LAST SEASON?

Samuel Lino is considered a key starter for Atlético de Madrid and one of the main players in Diego Simeone's team. Last season, the Brazilian took the field 47 times, scoring four goals and providing eight assists. Additionally, the forward registered 2,297 minutes on the pitch.

WHEN DOES FLAMENGO RETURN TO THE FIELD?

While the Flamengo management works out the details to sign Samuel Lino, Flamengo remains focused on their next match. This Sunday (27), Filipe Luís's team faces Atlético-MG at 8:30 PM (Brasília time) at Maracanã, for the 17th round of the Brasileirão. As usual, Coluna do Fla will provide all the details of the game through their website and social media.

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