FC Augsburg is in advanced negotiations with TSG Hoffenheim for a loan of Arthur Chaves, a 24-year-old Brazilian centre-back. There is also interest in the player from England. ESPN Brasil reports that SC Internacional has also indicated an interest in a loan. Chaves has been capped six times by the Brazil U23 team. He joined Hoffenheim in August 2024 and has a contract until 2029. This season, he has made four appearances in the Bundesliga. His market value on Transfermarkt is currently €5.00m. In February 2025, the player's agent reportedly confirmed that Hoffenheim rejected a €10 million to €15 million offer from a Premier League club.