Among the clubs interested in Cruzeiro's 17-year-old Brazilian left-back Kauã Prates, Borussia Dortmund from Germany is considered the leading contender, though he has also received inquiries from other leagues, including LALIGA. According to ESPN, the German club is considered the top priority by the player's staff. The career plan designed for him is reportedly centered on German football. Members of Borussia Dortmund were present at the Mineirão stadium for the Saturday match against Fortaleza to observe the young player. Despite this interest, the German team has not yet formalized an offer. Prates's contract with Raposa runs until 2027 and includes a release clause valued at approximately 60 million euros. The defender, who has been capped five times for Brazil's U17 team, joined Cruzeiro in May 2025 and has made five appearances in the current Série A season. His market value is estimated by Transfermarkt to be €1.00m.