Amid speculation that 31-year-old Uruguayan international José María Giménez is considering leaving Atlético de Madrid for new challenges, Flamengo has been mentioned as a potential destination. The defender has a contract until 2028 and might be open to a move after a season affected by injuries. Several other American clubs are reportedly interested. Sources in Argentina have linked Boca Juniors, and reports from Mexico have mentioned Tigres. Among these suitors, both Flamengo and the Mexican club are seen as having the best financial capacity to make a convincing offer, though the offer would not reach the levels common in European football. Giménez has been with Atlético since April 2013, has 99 caps for Uruguay, and has a current market value of €12.00m, according to Transfermarkt.