Lucas Paqueta reveals shock at Filipe Luis' Flamengo sacking and says coach is 'most responsible' for ex-West Ham star's return to Brazil

Goal | 04.03.2026 20:23
While the decision to sack Luis follows an 8-0 thrashing of Madureira that secured Flamengo's place in the Campeonato Carioca final, the roots of the dismissal appear to lie far away from the pitch. Despite the on-field dominance, reports have emerged suggesting a severe breach of trust between Luis and the club hierarchy. It is alleged that president Luiz Eduardo Baptista discovered the coach had engaged in clandestine talks with BlueCo, the ownership group behind Chelsea, during his contract renewal process, leading to a terminal breakdown in their professional relationship.