Palmeiras has shown interest in signing Marlon Freitas from Botafogo and has begun talks for a possible transfer for the next season. Marlon Freitas's contract with Botafogo is valid until December 2026. Botafogo informed ge that they will not negotiate for the player. A transfer would only occur if Marlon Freitas expresses a wish to leave. An official offer has not been made, and the values for a potential negotiation are approximately 5 million euros. If discussions advance to a formal offer, this will happen only after Christmas. Palmeiras is looking to sign a midfielder after the sale of Aníbal Moreno to River Plate.

Palmeiras is advancing its interest in Marlon Freitas and is preparing to present an offer to Botafogo for the 30-year-old Brazilian midfielder. According to ESPN, Palmeiras intends to offer 5 million euros, equivalent to R$ 32.5 million, for 100% of the player's economic rights, although no official proposal has yet been submitted. The club has competition from Inter Miami in the United States, which is also interested and has started conversations. Palmeiras's pursuit is influenced by manager Abel Ferreira, who highly values Freitas and is seeking a replacement for Aníbal Moreno. Botafogo wishes to renew the contract of its captain, which currently runs until December 2026. Freitas joined Botafogo in January 2023 and has a current market value of €6.00m, according to Transfermarkt.