São Paulo's priority is to sign a midfielder who has better statistics and can play frequently, with Botafogo's Jefferson Savarino identified as a target. The 29-year-old Venezuelan international has 51 caps and 4 goals for his country. He scored 20 goals for Botafogo over the last two seasons since joining in January 2024. To make a deal for the player possible, São Paulo might include their midfielder Rodriguinho as part of a trade with Botafogo. Savarino's contract runs until the end of 2028. According to Transfermarkt, he has a current market value of €9.00m. Savarino has also been linked with Olympique Lyonnais.