Flamengo are closing in on the signing of Samuel Lino from Atletico Madrid in a €25 million deal, with the Brazilian winger set to earn €5 million per year on a five-year contract.
Reports from the past few hours confirm that Flamengo and Atletico Madrid are in advanced talks for Samuel Lino’s transfer. According to ESPN Brasil, the negotiation should be closed around 25 million euros (R$ 162.55 million), with sources confirming that conversations are progressing, with only a few details left to finalize everything.
Matteo Moretto reported on social media just 19 hours ago: “Samuel Lino está en conversaciones muy avanzadas con el Flamengo por 25m€. El jugador tiene listo un contrato de cinco años a razón de casi 5 millones de euros netos por temporada.”
Flamengo and Atletico are in talks to finalize a deal for €25 million, with Lino to earn the same amount on a five-year contract. The Brazilian giants are ready to pay €25 million for the signing of the wing-back in the summer window, according to Matteo Moretto.
The wage structure includes around €5 million per year net salary, making Lino one of the highest-paid players in Brazilian football. Sources close to the negotiation reveal Flamengo have tabled a formal €25 million bid for Lino, along with a €5 million signing bonus directly for the player.
Beating European Competition
José Boto beats Napoli to sign Samuel Lino for Flamengo at €25 million, with Napoli being a strong contender for Samuel Lino, but Flamengo sealed the deal swiftly with a €25 million offer plus bonuses, deemed sufficient by Atlético de Madrid.
Flamengo managed to outmaneuver Napoli and other European suitors by acting quickly and meeting Atletico’s asking price. The Brazilian club’s decisive approach has put them in pole position to complete the deal.
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Atletico’s Squad Overhaul Strategy
The Spanish club’s decision to let Lino go ties into their squad overhaul for the 2025/26 season, balancing finances and making room for new signings. Atlético de Madrid is counting on Samuel Lino’s departure to Flamengo to register new reinforcements, according to reports from just a few hours ago.
Atletico Madrid had been offering Lino to other teams for several weeks, making it clear that he could be leaving the club this summer. The Brazilian had a quiet season last time around, and Atletico appear to have decided to cash in on him.
Player’s Motivation for Return
The move appeals to Lino on multiple levels. Sources suggest it’s a compelling offer and one that interest with Lino, who spent the last six years in European football. The 25-year-old winger sees this as an opportunity to return home and become a key player for one of Brazil’s biggest clubs.
Having developed through Flamengo’s youth system earlier in his career, Lino’s potential return would complete a circle that began at the Rio-based club.
Current Situation at Atletico
Samuel Lino has endured a mixed ride since joining Atletico Madrid from Gil Vicente in July 2022. A native of Santo Andre, the 25-year-old winger spent his formative years in Brazil and graduated from the youth division at Flamengo.
The player had to wait for his chances at Atletico Madrid, and recent reports suggest he’s no longer a prominent part of Diego Simeone’s plans for the upcoming seasons.
Transfer Timeline and Final Steps
With advanced talks ongoing, the deal could be finalized within days. Reports from just 13 hours ago in Brazilian media suggest that Flamengo is studying paying 25 million euros (about R$ 162 million) to Atletico Madrid to sign Samuel Lino, with the Brazilian club being the favorite to close the signing.
The clubs are reportedly working through the final details of the transfer structure, with both sides eager to complete the deal before the transfer window becomes more complicated.
Market Context and Value
Atletico Madrid want €30 million to sell Samuel Lino according to reports from 16 hours ago, but Flamengo’s €25 million offer appears to have been accepted as sufficient. The difference in valuation shows Atletico’s willingness to compromise to facilitate the player’s departure.
The deal would break Flamengo’s transfer record and show their ambition to compete at the highest level in Brazilian and South American football.
Competition from Premier League
Earlier reports had linked Everton with interest in Samuel Lino, with the Toffees looking to improve their squad this summer and needing wide attacking reinforcement. However, Flamengo’s swift action appears to have ended any Premier League interest.
The Brazilian club’s ability to offer both competitive wages and the appeal of returning home proved decisive in winning the race for Lino’s signature.
Final Negotiations Phase
Sources close to both clubs suggest that only minor details remain to be resolved before the transfer can be officially announced. The advanced nature of talks indicates that an agreement could be reached within the next 48 hours.
Both Flamengo and Atletico Madrid are eager to finalize the deal, with the Spanish club needing to balance their books and the Brazilian giants looking to make a statement signing for their upcoming campaigns.
