Danilo considers a return to the English Premier League a priority. Media reports indicate that Chelsea is showing interest in Danilo, but that no official offers have been made yet.

According to FogãoNET, Chelsea have asked about Botafogo's Brazilian midfielder Danilo, 25, but Newcastle are said to be in the leading position for the player, who is also admired by Arsenal and Man Utd. He joined Botafogo in July 2025 and his contract runs until 2029. The Brazil international has 8 caps and 2 goals for his country, and in the current domestic league season, he has scored 7 goals and provided 2 assists in 12 appearances. Recent reports from July 2026 indicate Botafogo expects €30-35 million for the player, who has a current Transfermarkt market value of €32.00m.