Flamengo is on the verge of finalizing a contract extension with midfielder Gerson, which will see the team captain remain at the club until 2030. The agreement is close to being finalized after a productive meeting between Flamengo’s director, José Boto, and the player’s representatives on Wednesday. The news was first reported by ge, with both sides seemingly on the brink of a deal that will ensure Gerson’s continued leadership at the club for several more years.
While the new contract will not make Gerson the highest earner in the squad, it includes a significant salary increase, reflecting his growing importance to the team. Since his return to Flamengo in 2023, his salary had remained the same as before, positioning him among the lower-paid regular starters, despite his increasing influence on the field. The revised offer from the club was carefully crafted to meet the player’s expectations, signaling both a financial commitment and a strong desire to retain his services.
Gerson has quickly reestablished himself as a key figure in Flamengo’s lineup since returning from Europe, earning a recall to the Brazilian national team in 2024 and assuming the captain’s armband. Now 28 years old, Gerson is seen as a leader both on and off the pitch under head coach Filipe Luís. His leadership and skill have made him indispensable to Flamengo, and this new contract extension ensures that he will continue to play a pivotal role in the club’s future ambitions.
