Midfielder Danilo eyes European move as Botafogo weighs his future

Brazilian midfielder Danilo, a key player for Botafogo and recent Brazil national‑team call‑up, has attracted interest from several European clubs, including Bayer Leverkusen, Atlético Madrid, Napoli and Newcastle United, as well as Brazilian giants Palmeiras and Flamengo. Danilo has indicated a preference to return to Europe, while Botafogo, facing a reported debt of around R$2 billion, aims to secure a transfer fee of roughly €40 million and prefers to sell multiple players rather than a low‑cost deal for Danilo.

The club’s directorate has not ruled out keeping Danilo after the World Cup, despite recent speculation and the player being omitted from a match squad prior to a domestic game. Botafogo’s financial strategy and Danilo’s potential European transfer remain focal points as the Brazilian league pauses for the World Cup.