Danilo made his stay at Flamengo official with a new contract that binds him to the Brazilian club until 31 December 2027. The defender, who has already made 57 appearances, 6 goals and 2 assists with the Rossoneri shirt, signed the renewal during a ceremony at coach George Helal, accompanied by his sons João and Miguel. The agreement was signed in the presence of sporting director José Boto and marks the beginning of a new chapter in the career of Danilo, former Juventus captain, who left Italy in January 2025.
In his speech, Danilo expressed his desire to continue helping the club "on and off the pitch", underlining the importance of contributing to the achievement of Flamengo's objectives. “My first feeling is that of a duty accomplished,” he declared, recalling the adaptation period spent in the first months and the subsequent phase of great success which led the club to win the Copa Libertadores and the Campeonato Brasileiro. The former player also reiterated that Flamengo is the team he has carried in his heart since he was a child, a feeling also shared by his family.
The renewal comes at a crucial time for the club, as it prepares to challenge for the Brazilian championship title and continue its ambition of winning further major trophies. Danilo expressed enthusiasm for the future, stating that he wanted to remain “once a Flamengo, always a Flamengo”. The new contract, which extends the defender's collaboration for another two years, strengthens the club's position in retaining its key players and consolidating the squad for future challenges.
With the signing, Danilo closed a cycle of success which saw him become the first player in history to win both the UEFA Champions League and the Copa Libertadores. The Brazilian club has already announced the renewal on its official channels, underlining the importance of Danilo's figure for the defense and culture of the club. With the prospect of continuing to compete at a national and international level, Flamengo is preparing to leverage the defender's experience and leadership to reach new goals.