Galatasaray has consulted with the staff of Danilo, a 25-year-old Brazilian midfielder at Botafogo who prioritizes returning to European football to play for a competitive team. The player's representatives consider such inquiries to be a consequence of his good form, and Mônaco, Benfica, and Arsenal have also made similar approaches. Botafogo views the player's sale as a method to raise funds during a financial crisis, and a final decision on the transfer is expected after the World Cup. Danilo has 2 caps and 1 goal for Brazil, is under contract until June 2029, and has a current Transfermarkt market value of €24.00m. According to recent reports from May 2026, Botafogo's asking price is approximately €40 million. In April 2026, Zenit reportedly made offers valued between €25 million and €30 million.