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Real Madrid join race as Flamengo resist Newcastle pressure to secure Matheus Franca to new deal

Flamengo have fought off the attention of Newcastle United for Matheus França.

Newcastle had a €16m offer for the youngster rejected by Fla last month.

Fla have now announced the striker has now signed terms to 2027, with a buyout clause set at €200m.

Real Madrid have now assigned talent spotter Juni Calafat to scout Franca this year.

In the past, Calafat has unearthed the likes of Vini Jr and Rodrygo.

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