Danilo eyes stay at Flamengo through 2027 and discusses his future
Center-back Danilo held a press conference this Thursday (27) and opened up about his contract situation with Flamengo. With his current deal expiring at the end of this year, the defender expressed optimism regarding a renewal, aiming for an extension through 2027, when he intends to retire.
The experienced player, who turns 37 in 2025, stated that talks with the club’s board are well underway and that there is a mutual desire to continue the partnership. Danilo declared:
Flamengo and I are talking, and I hope that in 2027, we can still be together, and that I can then play the final year of my career.
Smooth negotiations and the wish to finish at the club
According to the center-back, the renewal talks have been smooth, and both parties are eager to put together one last successful year for his farewell. Danilo expressed his desire to end his career at the club closest to his heart, where he believes the project has been a success.
We are talking very calmly; there is a desire from both sides to have another great year, so I can officially call it the last year of my career. I will finish at the club of my heart, a project I bet on and that is working. There is no reason why it shouldn’t happen (the renewal), and that in 2027 we can be together. God willing, we can win an important trophy, which would be wonderful.
Leadership and impact behind the scenes
Despite having fewer minutes on the pitch this season, Danilo is considered a fundamental piece in the Flamengo locker room. He exercises informal leadership, acting as a captain without the armband, and is often a pillar of support during moments of instability for the group.
Other topics covered in the press conference
During the same conference, Danilo also addressed other relevant club matters. He spoke about his expectations for the upcoming derby against Botafogo, the need to capitalize on scoring chances from recent matches, preparations for the Copa Libertadores, and the importance of rest days for the squad’s recovery.
The defender also denied rumors regarding group dissatisfaction with head coach Leonardo Jardim, emphasizing the squad’s cohesion and balance.
Next steps
Expectations are that Danilo‘s contract renewal with Flamengo will be formalized soon, allowing the player to fulfill his wish of retiring at the club he calls his heart, potentially crowning his career with more titles. The fans look forward to the conclusion of these negotiations with optimism.
