The staff of 30-year-old Argentine centre-back Alexander Barboza and the Botafogo board reached an agreement for a contract renewal until the end of 2029 in mid-January. The contract, however, has not been signed since then. Alexander Barboza stated that the situation has not progressed and that he has already indicated his requirements for renewal, which are not extensive. According to Barboza, the contract terms are agreed upon, but he needs security. The player wants guarantees regarding the future of the club's project. The period during which the club was under a transfer ban at the beginning of 2026 greatly influenced this process. Alexander Barboza is urging the management for more stability. Barboza, who joined Botafogo in January 2024, has a current market value of €5.00m, according to Transfermarkt. In the current domestic league season, he has made 3 appearances and provided 2 assists.