Winning the quadruple, the former Chelsea star makes an 'unbelievable' demand

The contract renewal talks between coach Filipe Luís and Flamengo are attracting great interest from Brazil’s football enthusiasts, with financial disputes casting doubt on the young coach’s future.

After a season regarded as a huge success with Flamengo, instead of reaching a smooth conclusion early, the negotiation process has hit a deadlock, pushing both sides into tense confrontation in the final days of 2025.

According to Brazilian media, through the famous agent Jorge Mendes, Filipe Luís has presented Flamengo’s management with a series of demands considered beyond expectations. Specifically, the former Atletico Madrid star is seeking a net salary of up to 5 million Euros per season, along with a minimum bonus of 400,000 USD for each trophy the team wins. Additionally, he proposed a relatively low release clause to facilitate a possible move if an attractive offer from Europe comes in the future. For Flamengo, this package is seen as excessively high compared to the general standards of Brazilian football.

In response to these demands, Flamengo’s management quickly took a firm stance. While acknowledging Filipe Luís’s professional contributions and positive impact during the past season, the red and black club believes these requests do not align with their long-term financial strategy. Flamengo has even set a deadline, demanding that the 1985-born coach or his agent revise the terms as soon as possible, or else the club will be forced to consider alternative options.

Insider sources reveal Flamengo still wishes to keep Filipe Luís, but they are determined not to increase their current offer. On the other hand, the Brazilian coach’s side believes his achievements justify a more worthy contract. This difference in views remains unresolved, making a split increasingly likely.

In this context, Flamengo has proactively listed potential replacements to mitigate risks. The most notable candidate is Artur Jorge, former Botafogo coach currently working at Al-Rayyan in Qatar. Despite having to pay a considerable release fee, Flamengo still considers him a serious contender for the hot seat at the Maracana stadium. Additionally, experienced European names like Thiago Motta and Leonardo Jardim are also on their radar.

Filipe Luis has made history by leading Flamengo to win four different titles within less than two years as head coach. The red and black team secured the Copa Libertadores, Brazil Cup, Brazil Super Cup, and the Rio De Janeiro state championship.