While seeking a potential substitute for striker Arthur Cabral, Botafogo inquired about Alex Arce, a 31-year-old Paraguayan striker from the Argentine club Independiente Rivadavia. In response, Independiente Rivadavia informed Botafogo that the player would not be negotiated until at least the end of the year. Arce has 17 caps for Paraguay and is under contract until the end of 2028. His current market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €3.50m. In the 2025/2026 season, he has scored 8 goals in 21 domestic league appearances. The striker has also recently been linked with clubs such as Cruz Azul and Internacional.