Botafogo back homegrown solution, but still eye midfield signing | OneFootball

Botafogo is betting on Danilo as the replacement for Marlon Freitas, who has confirmed his departure to Palmeiras.

The management sees in the 24-year-old player the necessary potential to lead the midfield in 2026.

Despite the confidence in Danilo, the club is looking in the market for a "number 5" with strong defensive skills.

According to ge, names like Cristian Medina, Júlio Romão, Pedro Bicalho, and Pablo Maia are on the radar, but none have been finalized.

The lack of defensive midfielders in the squad is the main concern of Martín Anselmi's technical team.

Besides Danilo, the current options are limited to Newton, Allan, and the young Marquinhos, adapted from the under-20 team.

The internal expectation is that Danilo will take on a leading role after overcoming recent physical issues.

Botafogo's goal is to sign at least two reinforcements for the position by January.

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