Palmeiras in talks to sign Marlon Freitas from Botafogo | OneFootball

Palmeiras remains active in the market, seeking to strengthen the squad for the 2026 season. With the sale of Aníbal Moreno to River Plate-ARG, the Greatest Champion of Brazil is mapping out names in the market for the defensive midfielder position.

Interest in Marlon Freitas

Palmeiras is negotiating the signing of Marlon Freitas from Botafogo. The 30-year-old midfielder fits the profile desired by the club, which is looking for someone with more experience and leadership in the locker room. The information was initially published by ESPN and confirmed by NOSSO PALESTRA.

Change in profile

For the 2026 season, Palmeiras wants a change in its recruitment profile, targeting more experienced players who are ready to deliver immediate results. The club hopes to repeat the successes of the signings of Lucas Evangelista and Andreas Pereira, who quickly adapted to Abel Ferreira’s style of play.

Career at Botafogo

At Botafogo since the beginning of 2023, Marlon Freitas is considered by many to be one of the greatest idols in the history of the Rio de Janeiro club. As captain, the midfielder played a prominent role in the club’s Brasileirão and Libertadores victories in 2024.

With 184 appearances for Botafogo, Marlon has already crossed paths with Palmeiras when he starred in the famous ‘wink’ during Verdão’s historic comeback over the Rio club, in Rio de Janeiro.

Marlon Freitas in action for Botafogo. Photo: Reproduction

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