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Jefferson Savarino Transfer from Botafogo to Fluminense
According to Globo.com, Savarino was presented by Fluminense and debuted for the club in a 2-1 win against Grêmio during the first round of the Brasileirão. The report adds that Botafogo's management deemed Savarino's salary to be very high for the club's financial circumstances and desired to sell him during the transfer window. Several clubs contacted Botafogo, but the player's wish was to remain in Rio de Janeiro, which made Fluminense a suitable alternative for all involved. The negotiation included Botafogo receiving a monetary sum and midfielder Wallace Davi, and the transfer had a total value of 7.5 million euros (R$ 46.8 million). The report states that Savarino was on vacation in Venezuela when the clubs reached an agreement, and his return was delayed due to the United States' invasion of the country. After returning, he trained with Botafogo. However, days later, Fluminense informed the club of their withdrawal from negotiations, stating that Savarino had not indicated if he would accept their offer and was reluctant to leave Botafogo. On January 21, after coming to an agreement on terms with Fluminense, Savarino requested to be excused from a Botafogo match. Fluminense announced the signing the following day.
According to Globo.com, Savarino was presented by Fluminense and debuted for the club in a 2-1 win against Grêmio during the first round of the Brasileirão. The report adds that Botafogo's management deemed Savarino's salary to be very high for the club's financial circumstances and desired to sell him during the transfer window. Several clubs contacted Botafogo, but the player's wish was to remain in Rio de Janeiro, which made Fluminense a suitable alternative for all involved. The negotiation included Botafogo receiving a monetary sum and midfielder Wallace Davi, and the transfer had a total value of 7.5 million euros (R$ 46.8 million). The report states that Savarino was on vacation in Venezuela when the clubs reached an agreement, and his return was delayed due to the United States' invasion of the country. After returning, he trained with Botafogo. However, days later, Fluminense informed the club of their withdrawal from negotiations, stating that Savarino had not indicated if he would accept their offer and was reluctant to leave Botafogo. On January 21, after coming to an agreement on terms with Fluminense, Savarino requested to be excused from a Botafogo match. Fluminense announced the signing the following day.
Savarino stated that the primary motivation for his transfer was his family's stability, which he considered to be of the utmost importance. He said the project presented by Fluminense was very important for him and his career, and that the peace the transfer brought to him and his family was also very important. Savarino said that he felt valued by the proposal from Fluminense. He expressed gratitude towards Botafogo, where he had won two important titles. Savarino admitted to feeling dispensable because of the Botafogo board's desire to negotiate him, and he confirmed that his focus is now on Fluminense. He thanked Fluminense for the effort made to sign him, stating that the negotiation took many days and was not easy for any of the parties involved. Savarino said he received the final proposal on the morning of a match and was required to make a decision before the game, after which he spoke with the Botafogo coach. He stated that he was to play the Carioca with Fluminense.
Savarino stated that the primary motivation for his transfer was his family's stability, which he considered to be of the utmost importance. He said the project presented by Fluminense was very important for him and his career, and that the peace the transfer brought to him and his family was also very important. Savarino said that he felt valued by the proposal from Fluminense. He expressed gratitude towards Botafogo, where he had won two important titles. Savarino admitted to feeling dispensable because of the Botafogo board's desire to negotiate him, and he confirmed that his focus is now on Fluminense. He thanked Fluminense for the effort made to sign him, stating that the negotiation took many days and was not easy for any of the parties involved. Savarino said he received the final proposal on the morning of a match and was required to make a decision before the game, after which he spoke with the Botafogo coach. He stated that he was to play the Carioca with Fluminense.
ESPN BR reports that Savarino was sold by Botafogo to Fluminense. According to the Justiça do Rio de Janeiro, this negotiation was conducted without notifying the judiciary or the Botafogo social.
ESPN BR reports that Savarino was sold by Botafogo to Fluminense. According to the Justiça do Rio de Janeiro, this negotiation was conducted without notifying the judiciary or the Botafogo social.
According to Globo.com, Fluminense has regularized the signing of Savarino in the Boletim Informativo Diário (BID) of the CBF. Savarino is the third reinforcement signed by the club this season. Fluminense announced the agreement with the Venezuelan on Thursday after a long negotiation with Botafogo. Savarino will wear shirt number 11, which became vacant after Keno's departure to Coritiba.
According to Globo.com, Fluminense has regularized the signing of Savarino in the Boletim Informativo Diário (BID) of the CBF. Savarino is the third reinforcement signed by the club this season. Fluminense announced the agreement with the Venezuelan on Thursday after a long negotiation with Botafogo. Savarino will wear shirt number 11, which became vacant after Keno's departure to Coritiba.
Fluminense announced the signing of Venezuelan midfielder Jefferson Savarino, who was at Botafogo, on a contract lasting until the end of 2029. The negotiation is valued at approximately 7.5 million dollars, which is nearly R$ 40 million, and also involves the transfer of Wallace Davi to Botafogo. Savarino was included in the squad for the match against Volta Redonda on Wednesday (21) but was withdrawn from the game after he informed the management about the agreement with the rival club. The signing was reported in advance by ESPN.
Fluminense announced the signing of Venezuelan midfielder Jefferson Savarino, who was at Botafogo, on a contract lasting until the end of 2029. The negotiation is valued at approximately 7.5 million dollars, which is nearly R$ 40 million, and also involves the transfer of Wallace Davi to Botafogo. Savarino was included in the squad for the match against Volta Redonda on Wednesday (21) but was withdrawn from the game after he informed the management about the agreement with the rival club. The signing was reported in advance by ESPN.
Globo.com reports that Fluminense has announced the signing of midfielder Jefferson Savarino. The Venezuelan international, who was at Botafogo, has undergone medical examinations and signed a contract with the club until the end of 2029. Savarino expressed his happiness and stated that it will be special to play at Maracanã as his home. As part of the deal, midfielder Wallace Davi moved from Fluminense to Botafogo, and Botafogo also received a sum of money.
Globo.com reports that Fluminense has announced the signing of midfielder Jefferson Savarino. The Venezuelan international, who was at Botafogo, has undergone medical examinations and signed a contract with the club until the end of 2029. Savarino expressed his happiness and stated that it will be special to play at Maracanã as his home. As part of the deal, midfielder Wallace Davi moved from Fluminense to Botafogo, and Botafogo also received a sum of money.
Martín Anselmi stated that 15 minutes before an afternoon talk, Savarino asked to speak with him and said that his agreement with Fluminense had been finalized. Anselmi said that he then spoke with the management.
Martín Anselmi stated that 15 minutes before an afternoon talk, Savarino asked to speak with him and said that his agreement with Fluminense had been finalized. Anselmi said that he then spoke with the management.
Jefferson Savarino has left Botafogo to sign a four-year contract with Fluminense. According to ESPN, the parties reached an agreement on Wednesday, and only the signing of the contract remains. On Wednesday afternoon, Glorioso announced that Savarino is not on the roster for the day's match as the player is negotiating with another club.
Jefferson Savarino has left Botafogo to sign a four-year contract with Fluminense. According to ESPN, the parties reached an agreement on Wednesday, and only the signing of the contract remains. On Wednesday afternoon, Glorioso announced that Savarino is not on the roster for the day's match as the player is negotiating with another club.
According to Globo.com, Savarino has asked to leave Botafogo and communicated a desire to play for rival Fluminense. The player and the club are finalizing the details to sign the transfer. The Venezuelan and his staff are meeting with Fluminense to finalize the agreement. The negotiation is proceeding on the same terms previously agreed between the clubs, with Botafogo to trade Savarino in exchange for midfielder Wallace Davi and a financial sum. The report also states that Botafogo and Fluminense had previously reached an agreement, which made the decision dependent on Savarino, and that Fluminense had officially withdrawn from the transfer due to the Venezuelan's delay and reluctance.
According to Globo.com, Savarino has asked to leave Botafogo and communicated a desire to play for rival Fluminense. The player and the club are finalizing the details to sign the transfer. The Venezuelan and his staff are meeting with Fluminense to finalize the agreement. The negotiation is proceeding on the same terms previously agreed between the clubs, with Botafogo to trade Savarino in exchange for midfielder Wallace Davi and a financial sum. The report also states that Botafogo and Fluminense had previously reached an agreement, which made the decision dependent on Savarino, and that Fluminense had officially withdrawn from the transfer due to the Venezuelan's delay and reluctance.
According to Globo.com, Fluminense has ended its attempt to sign midfielder Savarino from Botafogo. The club decided to withdraw from the negotiation because it did not reach a contractual agreement with the player and his representatives.
According to Globo.com, Fluminense has ended its attempt to sign midfielder Savarino from Botafogo. The club decided to withdraw from the negotiation because it did not reach a contractual agreement with the player and his representatives.
The agreement between Fluminense and Botafogo for Savarino is finalized, according to Globo.com. Fluminense has proposed a salary increase to the player and believes it is in a good position to secure the signing. If Savarino chooses to sign with Fluminense, Botafogo will receive 18-year-old midfielder Wallace Davi and a financial compensation. The amounts to be paid by Fluminense have not been disclosed.
The agreement between Fluminense and Botafogo for Savarino is finalized, according to Globo.com. Fluminense has proposed a salary increase to the player and believes it is in a good position to secure the signing. If Savarino chooses to sign with Fluminense, Botafogo will receive 18-year-old midfielder Wallace Davi and a financial compensation. The amounts to be paid by Fluminense have not been disclosed.
According to ESPN, Savarino has returned to Rio de Janeiro following a period in Venezuela and is aware of interest from Fluminense. The report states that Savarino has not yet spoken with his lawyer about the offer and contract terms. Sources linked to the player say he is happy at General Severiano and his stay at Botafogo is not ruled out. The player has a contract with Botafogo until 2028. Botafogo is considering the advantages and disadvantages of a potential move to Fluminense, including Savarino's high salary which could help reduce the club's wage bill. ESPN reports there is no agreement between Botafogo and Fluminense for Savarino, but there is a conversation between the clubs' boards about a possible negotiation that would also involve the young player Wallace Davi.
According to ESPN, Savarino has returned to Rio de Janeiro following a period in Venezuela and is aware of interest from Fluminense. The report states that Savarino has not yet spoken with his lawyer about the offer and contract terms. Sources linked to the player say he is happy at General Severiano and his stay at Botafogo is not ruled out. The player has a contract with Botafogo until 2028. Botafogo is considering the advantages and disadvantages of a potential move to Fluminense, including Savarino's high salary which could help reduce the club's wage bill. ESPN reports there is no agreement between Botafogo and Fluminense for Savarino, but there is a conversation between the clubs' boards about a possible negotiation that would also involve the young player Wallace Davi.
Globo.com reports that Fluminense and Botafogo have an agreement on the negotiation terms for Savarino, which include Wallace Davi in the exchange. The completion of the deal is dependent solely on Savarino's approval. Fluminense expects Savarino to accept the transfer. The potential for the move increased because Savarino does not need to move cities to play for Fluminense. The primary obstacle is Savarino's identification with Botafogo, where he became an idol and was honored by the fans with a mosaic in 2025.
Globo.com reports that Fluminense and Botafogo have an agreement on the negotiation terms for Savarino, which include Wallace Davi in the exchange. The completion of the deal is dependent solely on Savarino's approval. Fluminense expects Savarino to accept the transfer. The potential for the move increased because Savarino does not need to move cities to play for Fluminense. The primary obstacle is Savarino's identification with Botafogo, where he became an idol and was honored by the fans with a mosaic in 2025.
After Fluminense made an inquiry for the 29-year-old Venezuelan attacking midfielder Jefferson Savarino, Botafogo proposed a deal. The proposal involved receiving the young defensive midfielder Wallace Davi, whom their board monitors and considers to have potential. In the preliminary talks, Botafogo also requested financial compensation to release Savarino. Botafogo suggested this framework, although there are currently no open negotiations. The club is seeking to reduce its wage bill for 2026, and Savarino's salary is one of the highest in the squad. Earlier potential swaps for Savarino with São Paulo and Corinthians did not advance because his family is settled in Rio de Janeiro. A move to Fluminense would not present this issue. Savarino has earned 51 caps and scored 4 goals for Venezuela. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €9.00m. Botafogo signed Savarino from Real Salt Lake in January 2024 for a fee reported to be €2.5 million. In August 2025, the club's management confirmed an offer from Al-Rayyan, which was reported as €7 million.
After Fluminense made an inquiry for the 29-year-old Venezuelan attacking midfielder Jefferson Savarino, Botafogo proposed a deal. The proposal involved receiving the young defensive midfielder Wallace Davi, whom their board monitors and considers to have potential. In the preliminary talks, Botafogo also requested financial compensation to release Savarino. Botafogo suggested this framework, although there are currently no open negotiations. The club is seeking to reduce its wage bill for 2026, and Savarino's salary is one of the highest in the squad. Earlier potential swaps for Savarino with São Paulo and Corinthians did not advance because his family is settled in Rio de Janeiro. A move to Fluminense would not present this issue. Savarino has earned 51 caps and scored 4 goals for Venezuela. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €9.00m. Botafogo signed Savarino from Real Salt Lake in January 2024 for a fee reported to be €2.5 million. In August 2025, the club's management confirmed an offer from Al-Rayyan, which was reported as €7 million.
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