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Flamengo Signs Goalkeeper Andrew From Gil Vicente on Four-Year Deal

Signing addresses backup needs behind Rossi following Matheus Cunha’s exit.

Overview

  • The 24-year-old joins from Portugal's Gil Vicente on a contract through December 2029 and will wear No. 42.
  • Local reports say Flamengo will pay €1.5 million, with Gil Vicente retaining 10% of a future sale.
  • Andrew arrived in Rio de Janeiro this week for medical exams and finalized paperwork at Ninho do Urubu with sporting director José Boto.
  • He was under contract in Portugal until June 2026, but the clubs agreed to an immediate release so he could join preseason.
  • Coach Filipe Luís and Boto observed him in Portugal during the offseason, and he becomes Flamengo’s second confirmed signing of 2026 after defender Vitão.