Botafogo midfielder Danilo has outlined reasons for European giants like Manchester United to sign him this summer. The Brazilian side hope that a good World Cup will convince suitors to pay €40 million for him. Danilo feels that he is ready for another opportunity in European football this summer.

Arsenal has made inquiries with the staff of Danilo, a 25-year-old Brazilian central midfielder. Mônaco, Benfica, and Galatasaray have also consulted the player's representatives about a potential move. The player's representatives view this interest as natural for a player in good form, and Danilo's priority is to return to European football to play for a competitive team. His current club, Botafogo, is facing a financial crisis and considers his sale a way to raise funds. Fulham and Zenit have indicated a willingness to invest around 30 million euros, but the player has ruled out a move to the Russian club. In addition to its initial inquiry, Arsenal is among a group of clubs monitoring the market for a player in his position; this group includes Manchester United, Barcelona, and Milan. Danilo is a Brazil international with 2 caps and 1 goal for his country. He has a contract with Botafogo until June 2029 and a Transfermarkt market value of €24.00m. Recent reports from May 2026 state that Botafogo's asking price is approximately €40 million. In April 2026, Zenit reportedly made offers valued between €25 million and €30 million.