Negotiations between two giants of Brazilian football have opened new chapters in recent days. The proposals have evolved, the initial model has changed and managers are working on a broader agreement, involving multiple stakeholders.
Botafogo has opened negotiations with São Paulo for two players from the French team and is studying an agreement providing for an exchange of athletes. In addition to defender Nahuel Ferraresi, a target already monitored by the Rio club, midfielder Pablo Maia has become on the negotiation radar in recent days.
Botafogo’s initial attack targeted Ferraresi and included a loan with option to buy, a format that did not come to fruition after a negative response from São Paulo. From then on, the negotiations took on new contours, with the inclusion of other names and the possibility of a broader operation, involving athletes from both teams.
With the expansion of conversations, Botafogo presented São Paulo with a list of players who could be included in the deal. The São Paulo club, after an internal evaluation and alignment with coach Hernán Crespo, responded with new requests and suggestions, which kept the negotiation open. There is no definite agreement yet.
Executives from both teams are expected to meet early this week, when negotiations are expected to progress in person. The trend is that the operation is not limited to a single actor and involves multiple assets, in a sports remuneration model.
Among the names debated, Ferraresi appears to be the most advanced case. The defender has shown his willingness to change clubs and is seen by Botafogo as a viable option within the budget. Pablo Maia entered the discussion because he is an athlete well evaluated by the black and white board, although his situation is considered more complex.
Botafogo is looking for reinforcements for defense and midfield, while São Paulo is signaling its interest in pieces for the attacking sector. Conversations are ongoing, with no definitive definition yet.
Botafogo’s interest in Pablo Maia was initially announced by the TF channel and then confirmed by ge.
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