The agreement was reached after Flamengo's qualification in the Libertadores, and the contract is expected to be signed next week. Pulgar's current contract was set to expire at the end of 2027, but a decrease in the rescission penalty to $4 million made him a more attractive target for clubs in the Middle East. However, the player prioritized a salary increase and chose to stay with Flamengo.
Pulgar has been with the club since 2022 and has made 171 appearances, scoring six goals and providing nine assists. He has won nine titles with Flamengo, including two Libertadores, two Copa do Brasil, and one Campeonato Brasileiro. The player's last salary increase was in March last year, and he was seeking a significant increase to secure his future.
The renewal of Pulgar's contract is a significant boost for Flamengo, who will avoid the risk of losing one of their key players in the transfer window. The club's management has shown a willingness to negotiate with the player's representatives, and the agreement was reached through respectful and open communication.