Carrascal signals desire to leave, and Flamengo waits for the Club World Cup to recoup its investment

After Carrascal’s third red card for Flamengo, the midfielder’s future at the club has become increasingly uncertain, with both his representatives and the Flamengo board reportedly working toward a possible exit. The 28-year-old attacking midfielder, who arrived from Russia for 12 million euros, around R$80 million, has reportedly told his agents that he could be open to returning to Russian football. For Flamengo, the next World Cup is seen as a possible opportunity to recover part of that investment.

Internally, Flamengo has already placed Carrascal on the list of players available for transfer in the next window. Club officials believe his off-field situation has become unsustainable, a view that has been developing since last year. Behind the scenes, the player is said to have caused recurring problems not only during matches, but also in his daily life away from the club.

Reports indicate that Carrascal has been considered difficult to manage in his personal routine, including frequent parties and issues connected to the condominium where he lives with some friends. These concerns have added to frustration around his conduct, with the club viewing his behavior as a broader discipline problem rather than an issue limited to isolated incidents on the pitch.

Although Carrascal’s technical ability is widely recognized, his performances have also drawn criticism for a lack of consistency and for poor behavior in certain matches. The red cards have only intensified a situation that Flamengo already regarded as problematic. The club understands that, under its rules, it can only punish players for conduct that falls within a specific disciplinary framework, which limits its options when behavior occurs outside official club activities.

As a result, Flamengo has little control over what Carrascal does in his free time, even if those actions continue to affect his standing within the squad. The combination of on-field indiscipline and off-field concerns has pushed the club toward considering a transfer, with the player’s representatives also exploring options for a change of scenery.

The situation suggests that Carrascal’s spell at Flamengo may be approaching an early end if a suitable offer arrives. For the player, a move back to Russia would represent a possible reset. For Flamengo, it could offer a chance to reduce losses on a major signing that has not delivered as expected.