In July, Savarino had the opportunity to transfer in full to Lyon, a club owned by John Textor. However, he chose to stay at Botafogo at that time. The situation has changed now, especially after Botafogo's elimination from the Libertadores, which has renewed the possibility of him leaving the club.

Lyon is interested in Jefferson Savarino, who can play both 8 and 10 positions. Trabzonspor is also pursuing him.

John Textor negotiated the transfer of Jefferson Savarino to Lyon for 7.6 million euros to secure a potential reinforcement despite a possible recruitment ban. However, the transfer never materialized as Savarino's family preferred to stay in Rio de Janeiro. Savarino confirmed that he was offered to leave at the beginning of 2025 but decided to stay at Botafogo. In March, Botafogo proposed a contract renewal, and he had the opportunity to move to Lyon, but he decided to stay with Botafogo in July, citing family decisions.

Savarino's transfer was agreed with Lyon for 7.6 million euros (R$ 42 million) in March 2025. The transfer was not completed due to Lyon's financial restrictions, and Savarino remains at Botafogo.