CSKA's general director Roman Babaev confirmed that the club is continuing negotiations for the transfer of 20-year-old Brazilian winger Mateus Gonçalves from Flamengo. Gonçalves has been with Flamengo's senior team since January 2023, participating in 54 matches and scoring six goals. His current contract with Flamengo is valid until the end of 2027. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is €5 million. Other clubs, including Cruzeiro and Olympiakos, have also been linked with the player.