The interest of Botafogo in Chrystian Barletta, initially reported by ESPN, has been confirmed by ge. Sport's football executive, Ítalo Rodrigues, told ge that there was an inquiry about whether the club would sell the player, and that this was the full extent of the contact. He added that, for now, they do not intend to negotiate for him.

Botafogo has made an inquiry regarding Chrystian Barletta, a standout attacker for Sport in the Série B do Brasileirão. According to ESPN, the club consulted on the business conditions for the 25-year-old player and is considering whether to submit a formal offer to Sport. Barletta, who is Sport's top scorer and assist leader in the league, is in his third season with the team. His name is viewed favorably by the Botafogo management, which is also evaluating other names for the attacking position.