Atlético Madrid let Samuel Lino go, free to join Flamengo | OneFootball

Samuel Lino arrives in Brazil this Tuesday (29) to sign a contract with Flamengo

Flamengo is about to announce another reinforcement for the season: forward Samuel Lino. Atlético de Madrid (ESP) released the athlete from training this Monday (28), on the first day of pre-season in Majadahonda. According to Coluna do Fla, the forward lands in Brazil this Tuesday (29) and will then undergo medical exams to sign a contract with the Rubro-Negro.

The contract with Samuel Lino will last four years and will end in mid-2029. To finalize the negotiation, the Rubro-Negro will pay 22 million euros, about R$ 144 million, to Atlético de Madrid. The amount will be divided into three installments: one upfront and two scheduled for 2026. With bonuses for goals and performance, the total amount could reach 25 million euros (approximately R$ 163 million).

WHAT IS SAMUEL LINO'S CURRENT SITUATION?

Currently, Samuel Lino is resolving bureaucratic issues in Portugal before heading to Brazil. Then, the athlete will travel from Madrid to São Paulo, where he will meet with his agent. After that, both will proceed together to Rio de Janeiro.

By signing Samuel Lino, Flamengo surpasses the record investment in reinforcements, exceeding the 20 million dollars paid for Charly Alcaraz in 2024. Despite interest from Napoli (ITA) and Sporting (POR), the best offer came from Flamengo, which convinced Atlético de Madrid to accept part of the amount upfront and the rest in two installments.

WHAT ARE FLAMENGO'S NEXT REINFORCEMENTS?

The transfer window remains open until September 2. After signing midfielder Saúl Ñíguez, right-back Emerson Royal, and forward Samuel Lino, Flamengo continues to seek reinforcements. Additionally, the club is advancing in negotiations to finalize the purchase of midfielder Jorge Carrascal, who belongs to Dynamo Moscow (RUS).

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