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In a separate development, the club's decision-makers have taken significant steps off the field as well. On January 14, Flamengo’s deliberative council approved a lucrative contract with the online retail company Shopee. This agreement, a substantial increase from the previous partnership, will eventually bring in R$ 12 million over 12 months along with a variable component dependent on sales. This financial windfall will be crucial for Flamengo, giving the club more flexibility in the transfer market.