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Danilo Transfer from Botafogo to Zenit
Zenit coach William de Oliveira discussed the club's interest in Botafogo midfielder Danilo. Oliveira stated that they know the player from his time at Palmeiras and he would be a very important acquisition for Zenit. The coach added that it would be necessary to wait and see what happens after the World Cup.
Zenit coach William de Oliveira discussed the club's interest in Botafogo midfielder Danilo. Oliveira stated that they know the player from his time at Palmeiras and he would be a very important acquisition for Zenit. The coach added that it would be necessary to wait and see what happens after the World Cup.
According to UOL, the club has received offers for Danilo from Manchester United, Milan, Atalanta, and Zenit.
According to UOL, the club has received offers for Danilo from Manchester United, Milan, Atalanta, and Zenit.
Journalist Vene Casagrande reports on his social network X page that Zenit is ready to offer Botafogo €35 million for the transfer of midfielder Danilo. The report also states that Danilo himself is not interested in moving to Zenit.
Journalist Vene Casagrande reports on his social network X page that Zenit is ready to offer Botafogo €35 million for the transfer of midfielder Danilo. The report also states that Danilo himself is not interested in moving to Zenit.
According to Planeta do Futebol, which cited ESPN on X, Zenit, Madrid's Atletico, Newcastle, Bayer, and Napoli are showing interest in Botafogo midfielder Danilo. The Brazilian club believes the 25-year-old footballer's value could increase from €30 million to €40 million if he receives a call-up for the 2026 World Cup. Botafogo will not commence negotiations before the World Cup starts.
According to Planeta do Futebol, which cited ESPN on X, Zenit, Madrid's Atletico, Newcastle, Bayer, and Napoli are showing interest in Botafogo midfielder Danilo. The Brazilian club believes the 25-year-old footballer's value could increase from €30 million to €40 million if he receives a call-up for the 2026 World Cup. Botafogo will not commence negotiations before the World Cup starts.
It is reported that Zenit St Petersburg are interested in Danilo. Botafogo's preference is for a significant sale to a European club, and they are expected to accept an offer of approximately €40 million. The Brazilian club is not willing to sell the player to domestic rivals such as Palmeiras or Flamengo, who have also expressed interest.
It is reported that Zenit St Petersburg are interested in Danilo. Botafogo's preference is for a significant sale to a European club, and they are expected to accept an offer of approximately €40 million. The Brazilian club is not willing to sell the player to domestic rivals such as Palmeiras or Flamengo, who have also expressed interest.
Globo.com reports that Zenit has indicated an interest in signing Danilo and arrived at a figure of 30 million euros, with 25 million being a fixed sum.
Globo.com reports that Zenit has indicated an interest in signing Danilo and arrived at a figure of 30 million euros, with 25 million being a fixed sum.
According to Tuttomercato, Danilo has refused an attractive offer from Zenit Saint Petersburg, a club that is excluded from UEFA competitions.
According to Tuttomercato, Danilo has refused an attractive offer from Zenit Saint Petersburg, a club that is excluded from UEFA competitions.
According to Planeta do Futebol, which cites journalist Bernardo Zhenchile and Canal Arena VBET Alvinegra on X, Botafogo wants at least €40 million for the potential transfer of midfielder Danilo. The report states the Rio de Janeiro club is ready to start negotiations for the 24-year-old footballer only from the specified amount.
According to Planeta do Futebol, which cites journalist Bernardo Zhenchile and Canal Arena VBET Alvinegra on X, Botafogo wants at least €40 million for the potential transfer of midfielder Danilo. The report states the Rio de Janeiro club is ready to start negotiations for the 24-year-old footballer only from the specified amount.
According to ESPN BR, Zenit has submitted a formal proposal to sign Danilo from Botafogo and has started negotiations involving cash and an old debt between the clubs. The total value of the offer is approximately 25 million euros, which includes settling a debt Botafogo has for the signing of Artur. Zenit would reportedly deduct about 12 million euros from this debt and add 13 million euros in cash. The process started earlier in the week when a representative of Danilo's agent, Giuliano Bertolucci, traveled to Russia and attended a Zenit match; this action signified a shift from interest to a formal offer. Botafogo is interested in the negotiation and is willing to proceed with discussions. Danilo, however, is not keen on a move to Russian football and has other priorities for his career.
According to ESPN BR, Zenit has submitted a formal proposal to sign Danilo from Botafogo and has started negotiations involving cash and an old debt between the clubs. The total value of the offer is approximately 25 million euros, which includes settling a debt Botafogo has for the signing of Artur. Zenit would reportedly deduct about 12 million euros from this debt and add 13 million euros in cash. The process started earlier in the week when a representative of Danilo's agent, Giuliano Bertolucci, traveled to Russia and attended a Zenit match; this action signified a shift from interest to a formal offer. Botafogo is interested in the negotiation and is willing to proceed with discussions. Danilo, however, is not keen on a move to Russian football and has other priorities for his career.
Referencing ESPN, Planeta do Futebol reports that Zenit is considering purchasing Botafogo midfielder Danilo after selling Wendel and is ready to pay the 24-year-old midfielder €4 million per season. Danilo does not rule out moving to Russia. According to the Transfermarkt portal, the player's market value is €24 million.
Referencing ESPN, Planeta do Futebol reports that Zenit is considering purchasing Botafogo midfielder Danilo after selling Wendel and is ready to pay the 24-year-old midfielder €4 million per season. Danilo does not rule out moving to Russia. According to the Transfermarkt portal, the player's market value is €24 million.
Ekrem Konur reports that Zenit has shown interest in the 24-year-old defensive midfielder from Botafogo, Danilo. Botafogo is ready to sell the Brazilian footballer for no less than €23 million, which is the amount for which the midfielder was bought from Nottingham Forest last summer.
Ekrem Konur reports that Zenit has shown interest in the 24-year-old defensive midfielder from Botafogo, Danilo. Botafogo is ready to sell the Brazilian footballer for no less than €23 million, which is the amount for which the midfielder was bought from Nottingham Forest last summer.
According to Globo.com, Zenit made inquiries about Danilo's situation in recent weeks, but there has not been significant progress indicating his departure.
According to Globo.com, Zenit made inquiries about Danilo's situation in recent weeks, but there has not been significant progress indicating his departure.
Zenit is considering Botafogo's 24-year-old Brazilian defensive midfielder, Danilo, as a replacement for Gerson, who moved to Cruzeiro. Zenit had inquired about Danilo's situation. However, the possibility of playing in Russian football was not particularly appealing to the player. Danilo's contract with Botafogo runs until the summer of 2029. According to the Transfermarkt portal, he is the most valuable player at his club with a market value of €22 million. He joined Botafogo in July 2025 and has made 1 appearance in the Campeonato Carioca in the 2025/2026 season. The player has also been linked with Fulham.
Zenit is considering Botafogo's 24-year-old Brazilian defensive midfielder, Danilo, as a replacement for Gerson, who moved to Cruzeiro. Zenit had inquired about Danilo's situation. However, the possibility of playing in Russian football was not particularly appealing to the player. Danilo's contract with Botafogo runs until the summer of 2029. According to the Transfermarkt portal, he is the most valuable player at his club with a market value of €22 million. He joined Botafogo in July 2025 and has made 1 appearance in the Campeonato Carioca in the 2025/2026 season. The player has also been linked with Fulham.
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