Jeffinho was advancing in conversations with an unnamed Chinese club, according to ESPN. The proposal from the Chinese club is for a loan.

Globo.com reported that Jeffinho is negotiating a departure from Botafogo and is expected to be loaned. In 2025, Jeffinho played little due to physical problems, including a right knee injury, and in 26 games, he scored two goals.

Globo.com reports that Jeffinho could leave, with the cited reason being that he has lost space in the team.

Brazilian winger Jeffinho, 25, has offers and will not stay at Botafogo for the next season. He is deciding his next step with his staff and is being sought by clubs from Série A, China, Russia, and the United Arab Emirates. His contract with the club is set to expire on 31/12/2028, and his current Transfermarkt market value is €4.50m.