Claudinho, the Petersburg Zenith midfielder, has emerged as Flamengo’s top transfer target as the Brazilian club seeks to bolster its attacking line. The report spread on social media through a post by journalist Mauro Cesar.
Citing sources, the claim states that Flamengo is prepared to bid 12 million euros for the player. If Zenit pushes back on this initial offer, Flamengo is ready to raise the bid. The strategy centers on landing Claudinho in a move that would replace the departed De La Cruz, after negotiations with River Plate did not come to fruition.
Claudinho appears set to make a return to the city of St. Petersburg, where he has become a key figure for Zenit. This season he has logged 30 appearances across all competitions, recording five goals and a dozen assists. His contributions helped Zenit clinch the Russian Premier League title, marking a significant achievement for the club and its supporters.
The player’s contract with Zenit runs through the summer of 2027. Transfer market assessments place Claudinho’s market value at around 20 million euros, underscoring the importance Zenit attaches to the midfielder.
Earlier reporting from Time do Povo suggested that another Brazilian on Zenit’s roster could pursue opportunities back home, hinting at a broader pattern of Brazilian players weighing moves to domestic leagues.