Fluminense make formal bid for Dantas, face Botafogo in defender race | OneFootball

Fluminense took another step in its attempt to strengthen the defensive system by sending an official proposal to sign defender Dantas from Novorizontino. After aligning values and the business model, the Tricolor formalized the offer and advanced in talks for the defender. The investigation was conducted by journalist Aline Nastari from TNT Sports.

According to journalist Victor Lessa, the club believes it has presented an attractive project and is betting on a competitive proposal to convince the player and Novorizontino.

Botafogo in the race

Botafogo is also in the race and has a counterproposal in hand, which will be evaluated by John Textor, owner of the SAF alvinegra. The Rio de Janeiro club emerges as a direct competitor to Fluminense for the defender's signing.

Negotiations are ongoing, and so far, no agreement has been reached with any of the teams.

Valued gem in the market

At 21 years old, Dantas is considered one of the main recent revelations of Novorizontino. Besides playing as a defender, the player can also perform as a midfielder, a characteristic valued in the market.

Novorizontino, on the other hand, remains cautious in negotiations, especially given the team's current sporting moment, as they are still competing in the Paulista Championship.

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