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Danilo Transfer from Botafogo to Zenit
Journalist Daniel Braune reported on his YouTube channel BrauneFogo that Botafogo tried to include Danilo in a deal for the transfer of Luis Enrique from Zenit. Botafogo's idea was to exchange Danilo for Luis Enrique, but Braune stated that this was not possible. The midfielder's future remains uncertain. After his 13th match for Botafogo in the Brazilian championship, Danilo lost the opportunity to move to Palmeiras and later appealed to fans on social media, asking not to be sent to Russia.
Journalist Daniel Braune reported on his YouTube channel BrauneFogo that Botafogo tried to include Danilo in a deal for the transfer of Luis Enrique from Zenit. Botafogo's idea was to exchange Danilo for Luis Enrique, but Braune stated that this was not possible. The midfielder's future remains uncertain. After his 13th match for Botafogo in the Brazilian championship, Danilo lost the opportunity to move to Palmeiras and later appealed to fans on social media, asking not to be sent to Russia.
Manchester United is considering signing Danilo. Botafogo prefers a sale abroad, although Palmeiras is the most insistent on the transfer.
Manchester United is considering signing Danilo. Botafogo prefers a sale abroad, although Palmeiras is the most insistent on the transfer.
Danilo stated on his Instagram that he respected the decision of his club but asked for his decision not to go to Zenit, from Russia, to also be respected.
Danilo stated on his Instagram that he respected the decision of his club but asked for his decision not to go to Zenit, from Russia, to also be respected.
The BBC reports that Danilo is considering his options after returning from World Cup duty with Brazil, and that Botafogo has received offers for him of around £25m (€30m) from Palmeiras and Zenit St Petersburg.
The BBC reports that Danilo is considering his options after returning from World Cup duty with Brazil, and that Botafogo has received offers for him of around £25m (€30m) from Palmeiras and Zenit St Petersburg.
Zenit has an interest in signing Danilo, according to ESPN BR. The player has stated that he hopes Botafogo will respect his decision not to go to Russia at this moment.
Zenit has an interest in signing Danilo, according to ESPN BR. The player has stated that he hopes Botafogo will respect his decision not to go to Russia at this moment.
Journalist Vene Casagrande reported on the social network X that the club from Rio de Janeiro has agreed to sell Danilo only to Zenit, which the Brazilian does not want to join. Earlier, the media reported that Zenit was ready to pay more than €20 million for the transfer of the 25-year-old midfielder, an amount specified in the contract as the release clause. Later, Botafogo owner John Textor stated that the release clause for Danilo is €200 million.
Journalist Vene Casagrande reported on the social network X that the club from Rio de Janeiro has agreed to sell Danilo only to Zenit, which the Brazilian does not want to join. Earlier, the media reported that Zenit was ready to pay more than €20 million for the transfer of the 25-year-old midfielder, an amount specified in the contract as the release clause. Later, Botafogo owner John Textor stated that the release clause for Danilo is €200 million.
Botafogo owner John Textor has denied information that midfielder Danilo's release clause for clubs outside Brazil was €20 million. Textor stated that the release clause registered with the CBF is €200 million. He said this was propaganda provided to journalists and an old matter, explaining that a typo in one of several documents was corrected a long time ago.
Botafogo owner John Textor has denied information that midfielder Danilo's release clause for clubs outside Brazil was €20 million. Textor stated that the release clause registered with the CBF is €200 million. He said this was propaganda provided to journalists and an old matter, explaining that a typo in one of several documents was corrected a long time ago.
According to Globo.com, Zenit is interested in making a proposal for Danilo. Zenit signaled interest in formalizing a proposal for the player, which he initially does not find appealing. The values cited by Zenit were similar to those of Palmeiras, with the condition of accepting a judicial recovery plan that involves an 80% discount on debt and payment in five years. Botafogo's management intends to sell Danilo for a value between 35 and 40 million euros, preferably to the European market. Danilo's intention is to transfer to a club that can give him a chance to compete for titles and be considered by Carlo Ancelotti for the 2030 World Cup, which is why he viewed a return to Palmeiras favorably.
According to Globo.com, Zenit is interested in making a proposal for Danilo. Zenit signaled interest in formalizing a proposal for the player, which he initially does not find appealing. The values cited by Zenit were similar to those of Palmeiras, with the condition of accepting a judicial recovery plan that involves an 80% discount on debt and payment in five years. Botafogo's management intends to sell Danilo for a value between 35 and 40 million euros, preferably to the European market. Danilo's intention is to transfer to a club that can give him a chance to compete for titles and be considered by Carlo Ancelotti for the 2030 World Cup, which is why he viewed a return to Palmeiras favorably.
Journalist Raisa Simplicio reports that Zenit is interested in midfielder Danilo. The St. Petersburg club offered Botafogo an amount exceeding €20 million and proposes to pay in installments. According to the report, Danilo does not want to play for Zenit, and his contract includes a release clause of €20 million for clubs outside Brazil.
Journalist Raisa Simplicio reports that Zenit is interested in midfielder Danilo. The St. Petersburg club offered Botafogo an amount exceeding €20 million and proposes to pay in installments. According to the report, Danilo does not want to play for Zenit, and his contract includes a release clause of €20 million for clubs outside Brazil.
According to ESPN Brasil, Zenit has a serious interest in Danilo and intends to make every effort to secure his transfer. The Russian club is ready to offer the 24-year-old midfielder a salary that significantly exceeds what Palmeiras is offering. Danilo does not want to leave Botafogo amid conflict and hopes for an amicable departure from the club. The potential deal is estimated at a value of €20–25 million, but Botafogo expects to receive a minimum of €30 million for his transfer. Danilo's priority is to return to Europe, but he has not yet received offers that he finds fully satisfactory. A decision regarding his future is anticipated in the coming days. Danilo has played 12 matches in the current Brazilian championship season, which permits him to move to another club within the country, as the limit is 13 games.
According to ESPN Brasil, Zenit has a serious interest in Danilo and intends to make every effort to secure his transfer. The Russian club is ready to offer the 24-year-old midfielder a salary that significantly exceeds what Palmeiras is offering. Danilo does not want to leave Botafogo amid conflict and hopes for an amicable departure from the club. The potential deal is estimated at a value of €20–25 million, but Botafogo expects to receive a minimum of €30 million for his transfer. Danilo's priority is to return to Europe, but he has not yet received offers that he finds fully satisfactory. A decision regarding his future is anticipated in the coming days. Danilo has played 12 matches in the current Brazilian championship season, which permits him to move to another club within the country, as the limit is 13 games.
Zenit wants to sign Danilo from Botafogo and is willing to offer a salary much higher than what Palmeiras would pay. Zenit is aware of Danilo's desire to play in a major European league or return to Palmeiras, and is prepared to make a significant financial offer to persuade him. According to ESPN, if Danilo accepts Zenit's offer, he would earn much more in Russia than at Palmeiras.
Zenit wants to sign Danilo from Botafogo and is willing to offer a salary much higher than what Palmeiras would pay. Zenit is aware of Danilo's desire to play in a major European league or return to Palmeiras, and is prepared to make a significant financial offer to persuade him. According to ESPN, if Danilo accepts Zenit's offer, he would earn much more in Russia than at Palmeiras.
According to Nosso Palestra, Palmeiras made Danilo a salary offer that was more lucrative than Zenit's.
According to Nosso Palestra, Palmeiras made Danilo a salary offer that was more lucrative than Zenit's.
Botafogo and Zenit are negotiating the transfer of midfielder Danilo. According to Globo, Zenit is prepared to pay €40 million for the player, an amount Botafogo was expecting. Danilo's desire to continue his career at a major European club could be a potential obstacle to the transfer.
Botafogo and Zenit are negotiating the transfer of midfielder Danilo. According to Globo, Zenit is prepared to pay €40 million for the player, an amount Botafogo was expecting. Danilo's desire to continue his career at a major European club could be a potential obstacle to the transfer.
According to Globo, Zenit is showing interest in Danilo. Botafogo is ready to sell Danilo for €30 million. The club had previously planned to sell him for approximately €40 million after the 2026 World Cup, but is now willing to lower the price because Danilo played only 43 minutes at the tournament. Botafogo's priority is to sell the midfielder to Europe, while the player's entourage suggests a transfer within Brazil is more likely.
According to Globo, Zenit is showing interest in Danilo. Botafogo is ready to sell Danilo for €30 million. The club had previously planned to sell him for approximately €40 million after the 2026 World Cup, but is now willing to lower the price because Danilo played only 43 minutes at the tournament. Botafogo's priority is to sell the midfielder to Europe, while the player's entourage suggests a transfer within Brazil is more likely.
Canal do Manel reports that Zenit Saint Petersburg offered Botafogo €40 million for the transfer of midfielder Danilo. Botafogo has not responded to the offer and is waiting for similar actions from other European teams. The club is intent on selling the player to Europe in order not to strengthen competitors.
Canal do Manel reports that Zenit Saint Petersburg offered Botafogo €40 million for the transfer of midfielder Danilo. Botafogo has not responded to the offer and is waiting for similar actions from other European teams. The club is intent on selling the player to Europe in order not to strengthen competitors.
According to journalist Valentin Furlan on the social network X, Zenit has begun negotiations for the transfer of Botafogo midfielder Danilo. Previously, journalist Vene Casagrande stated that the St. Petersburg club is ready to offer €35 million for the transfer.
According to journalist Valentin Furlan on the social network X, Zenit has begun negotiations for the transfer of Botafogo midfielder Danilo. Previously, journalist Vene Casagrande stated that the St. Petersburg club is ready to offer €35 million for the transfer.
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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