Botafogo agree David Ricardo sale to Russian club

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·14 January 2026

Botafogo agree David Ricardo sale to Russian club

This Wednesday, Botafogo finalized the sale of David Ricardo to Dynamo Moscow, from Russia. The 23-year-old defender will leave Glorioso during this transfer window. The information was released by Globo Esporte.

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Values and numbers According to the report, the deal is worth around 6.5 million euros (approximately R$ 40 million) for 80% of the player's economic rights. Botafogo will retain 20% of the athlete's rights.

David was signed in 2025, coming from Ceará for 1.5 million euros (approximately R$ 11.3 million). For Glorioso, the defender played 29 matches, scored one goal, and provided one assist.

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