Brazilian defender Emerson Royal has finalized a permanent transfer to Flamengo from AC Milan, as officially confirmed by the Serie A club. This significant move occurs after Emerson Royal`s tenure at San Siro lasted just a single season.
Official Statement from AC Milan
AC Milan issued a statement confirming Emerson Royal`s permanent departure, taking the opportunity to express their gratitude and extend best wishes for his future, both personally and professionally. The official announcement read:
“AC Milan announce that Emerson Royal has moved to Flamengo on a permanent transfer. The Rossoneri Club would like to thank Emerson and wish him the best, both personally and professionally.”
According to acclaimed football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, the deal is reportedly valued at €9 million, inclusive of add-ons. It`s worth noting that Emerson Royal initially joined the Rossoneri from Tottenham Hotspur during the summer 2024 transfer window for a fee of €15 million, supplemented by an additional €2 million in potential add-ons.
Consequences for Other Transfers
Emerson Royal`s move to Flamengo has notably cleared the path for Wesley`s transfer to AS Roma. The Brazilian player arrived in the Italian capital on Sunday morning to undergo his medical tests and finalize his contract with the Giallorossi.
During his lone season with Milan in the 2024-25 campaign, Emerson Royal made 26 appearances across all competitions, though he did not manage to score any goals or provide any assists for the Rossoneri. Flamengo has announced that Emerson Royal has signed a contract that will keep him at the club until 2028, with an embedded option for an additional season.
In other news, AC Milan is currently engaged in their pre-season Asia-Pacific Tour, where they have already competed against Arsenal and Liverpool in friendly encounters. Their first official match of the upcoming season is scheduled for August 17, when they will face Bari in the Coppa Italia.