Colombian international midfielder Jorge Carrascal could be on the move from top Brazilian football club Flamengo to France’s Marseille in the upcoming January transfer window, according to media reports.
Transfer Bid from Marseille
The French Ligue 1 side has reportedly submitted an initial bid of 15 million euros for the 27-year-old Carrascal, as noted by Brazilian news outlet Esporte News Mundo. Flamengo, however, is seeking at least 20 million euros to part ways with the playmaker, who is contracted to the Rio de Janeiro club until June 2029.
Carrascal has had an impressive stint at Flamengo, making 24 appearances since his arrival from Dynamo Moscow in August. He has scored three goals and provided five assists, contributing significantly to Flamengo’s triumph in this year’s Copa Libertadores and Brazilian Serie A titles. In November, he was recalled to Colombia’s national squad for friendlies against New Zealand and Australia, where he came off the bench in both matches.
Atletico Mineiro’s Interest in Fred
Meanwhile, Atletico Mineiro has reportedly put forth an offer to sign Fenerbahce and Brazil international midfielder Fred. The 32-year-old is contracted to the Turkish club until June 2027 but is open to a return to his homeland, as reported by Globo Esporte. It is said that Atletico sporting director Paulo Bracks has reached out to discuss financial details with Fred’s representatives.
Fred has made 104 appearances for Fenerbahce since his move from Manchester United in August 2023, scoring nine goals and providing 18 assists. Originally from Belo Horizonte, he represented Atletico Mineiro’s youth teams until the age of 16.
Potential Move for Marlon Freitas
Additionally, Botafogo’s captain Marlon Freitas might leave the club for Brazilian Serie A rival Palmeiras, according to local media reports. Early negotiations suggest Palmeiras is willing to pay six million U.S. dollars for the 30-year-old holding midfielder. The report from Gazeta Esportiva indicates that Palmeiras coach Abel Ferreira is looking to strengthen his midfield after Anibal Moreno’s departure to River Plate.
Freitas has made 186 appearances for Botafogo since joining from Atletico Goianiense in 2023 and captained the side to the Copa Libertadores and Brazilian Serie A titles last year.
Recent League Performances
Palmeiras finished second in this season’s Brazilian Serie A, trailing behind Flamengo, and were runners-up in the Copa Libertadores final against the same opponent. Botafogo concluded the league campaign in sixth place and was eliminated from the Libertadores in the round of 16.