ESPN states that Newcastle is internally discussing acquiring Danilo from Botafogo. Coach Eddie Howe will make the decision to proceed with negotiations after he evaluates the squad at the end of the current season. Any potential move would have to be financially viable for Newcastle, and the club is studying the possibility of investing in the position, particularly if a player in that role is sold to the international market. ESPN reports that Botafogo values Danilo at a minimum of 40 million euros. Newcastle considers this amount to be high. Additionally, Danilo has a desire to play in the UEFA Champions League, and Newcastle will not participate in the 2026/2027 competition. According to ESPN, Newcastle's plan includes targeting young talents from South American football for future profit and to reinvest in star players.

Zenit, Madrid's Atletico, Newcastle, Bayer, and Napoli are showing interest in Botafogo's Brazilian midfielder Danilo. The Brazilian club believes the 25-year-old's value could increase from €30 million to €40 million if he is called up for the 2026 World Cup, and will not begin negotiations before the tournament. Danilo's current contract with the club runs until the summer of 2029. According to the Transfermarkt portal, his market value is €24 million. The player has earned 2 caps and scored 1 goal for Brazil. He joined Botafogo from Nottingham Forest in July 2025 for a reported €23 million. In April 2026, Zenit reportedly made an offer valued between €25 million and €30 million. An offer of €30 million from Fulham was reportedly rejected in September 2025.