Palmeiras sign ex-Botafogo midfielder after A2 standout | OneFootball

Palmeiras continues to be active in the market and announced, this Monday (05), the signing of midfielder Duda Basílio. At 22 years old, the player is the fourth confirmed reinforcement for the Palestrinas for the 2026 season and joins after standing out for Botafogo in the last edition of the Brazilian Women's Championship.

Duda was a key player in the historic campaign of the Rio de Janeiro club, which finished as runners-up in the 2025 Brasileiro Feminino A2 and secured promotion to the Brasileiro Feminino A1. In addition to her performance in the competition, the midfielder established herself as an intense player, known for her persistence and strong presence in the central area of the field.

In her first statement as a Palmeiras player, she celebrated the new challenge in her career.

Duda Basílio's journey in football began in childhood, encouraged by her grandfather, who closely followed her training sessions. After stints at futsal schools, she started her field football career in 2018 at Botafogo. She also played in the youth teams of Flamengo and Vasco before returning to the black-and-white club in 2023, where she rose to prominence.

With Botafogo, Duda won the 2024 Copa Rio Feminina and stood out nationally the following season, catching the attention of Palmeiras. Now, the midfielder joins Verdão with the mission of strengthening the squad and helping the Palestrinas in their pursuit of titles in 2026.

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