Even before announcing the resignation of Davide Ancelotti, Botafogo was already looking for a new coach. And the profile desired by SAF owner John Textor is already defined.
The American will not give preference to foreigners and monitors the names of Brazilian football. However, the SAF leadership is considering financial issues and excludes the possibility of bringing a “medallion”.
Names like that of coach Tite, for example, who has been keeping Botafogo happy since last year, were considered, but the high cost weighed against any attempt.
It should be remembered that there is an established crisis between the SAF and the social club due to the legal conflicts promoted by Eagle, which is trying to remove Textor from the command of Botafogo due to mismanagement.
Another fact about the coach’s profile is that he is available to start immediately in January. Textor and the management do not want to delay in their choice, even if they know that it must be of quality.
The American There are already some names on the table to begin the ritual of definition interviews in the coming days. The tendency is for the solution to be a gamble, like Davide Ancelotti.
It remains to be seen who will face a demanding Botafogo on and off the field in 2026. Even with qualification for the Libertadores, it is likely that spending will also be reduced in the squad.
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