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Marlon Freitas Transfer from Botafogo to Palmeiras
Marlon Freitas has been registered by Palmeiras in the CBF's Daily Information Bulletin (BID), according to Globo.com. The midfielder is able to make his debut for the new club. Marlon Freitas is the only signing announced by Palmeiras to date.
Marlon Freitas has been registered by Palmeiras in the CBF's Daily Information Bulletin (BID), according to Globo.com. The midfielder is able to make his debut for the new club. Marlon Freitas is the only signing announced by Palmeiras to date.
Marlon Freitas, who was presented as the first reinforcement for 2026, mentioned that his time at Botafogo, where he became an idol, was ending. He discussed his move to Palmeiras, described a conversation with coach Abel Ferreira when the deal was close to completion, and detailed interactions during negotiations.
Marlon Freitas, who was presented as the first reinforcement for 2026, mentioned that his time at Botafogo, where he became an idol, was ending. He discussed his move to Palmeiras, described a conversation with coach Abel Ferreira when the deal was close to completion, and detailed interactions during negotiations.
Globo.com reports that Marlon Freitas was traded to Palmeiras for R$ 50 million. The midfielder, who was the captain of Botafogo with a contract until the end of 2025, bid farewell to the club. For Botafogo, he played 168 games, scored five goals, and provided 15 assists.
Globo.com reports that Marlon Freitas was traded to Palmeiras for R$ 50 million. The midfielder, who was the captain of Botafogo with a contract until the end of 2025, bid farewell to the club. For Botafogo, he played 168 games, scored five goals, and provided 15 assists.
Palmeiras have officially announced the signing of midfielder Marlon Freitas from Botafogo, with the player signing a contract until December 2028. According to ESPN, Verdão will pay approximately 5.5 million euros for 100% of the economic rights of the 30-year-old. The announcement was made by the club this Sunday (04). Marlon Freitas arrives at the Academy to fill an important midfield position. He was the captain at Botafogo, where he won the Brasileirão and the CONMEBOL Libertadores in the 2024 season.
Palmeiras have officially announced the signing of midfielder Marlon Freitas from Botafogo, with the player signing a contract until December 2028. According to ESPN, Verdão will pay approximately 5.5 million euros for 100% of the economic rights of the 30-year-old. The announcement was made by the club this Sunday (04). Marlon Freitas arrives at the Academy to fill an important midfield position. He was the captain at Botafogo, where he won the Brasileirão and the CONMEBOL Libertadores in the 2024 season.
Marlon Freitas has been announced as the first signing for Palmeiras for 2026, having signed a three-season contract. The transfer involved an offer from Palmeiras to Botafogo of 6 million dollars, which is approximately R$ 33 million. Botafogo held 90% of the player's economic rights. The deal was facilitated by Marlon Freitas waiving the 10% he was entitled to, which ensured the full transfer amount went to the Rio de Janeiro club. He is set to begin training at the Academia de Futebol on the 4th, when the squad returns for pre-season.
Marlon Freitas has been announced as the first signing for Palmeiras for 2026, having signed a three-season contract. The transfer involved an offer from Palmeiras to Botafogo of 6 million dollars, which is approximately R$ 33 million. Botafogo held 90% of the player's economic rights. The deal was facilitated by Marlon Freitas waiving the 10% he was entitled to, which ensured the full transfer amount went to the Rio de Janeiro club. He is set to begin training at the Academia de Futebol on the 4th, when the squad returns for pre-season.
The transfer of Marlon Freitas to Palmeiras is confirmed, according to Globo.com. The former captain has finalized with Palmeiras and arrives in São Paulo on Sunday to present himself to the new club.
The transfer of Marlon Freitas to Palmeiras is confirmed, according to Globo.com. The former captain has finalized with Palmeiras and arrives in São Paulo on Sunday to present himself to the new club.
According to Globo.com, the club led by John Textor considered sending Marlon Freitas to Fluminense to acquire Wallace Davi, but the 30-year-old player preferred to go to Palmeiras due to the salary.
According to Globo.com, the club led by John Textor considered sending Marlon Freitas to Fluminense to acquire Wallace Davi, but the 30-year-old player preferred to go to Palmeiras due to the salary.
It has been confirmed that Marlon Freitas is joining Palmeiras for the current season, according to ESPN BR. He is the first name confirmed for the club for the current season.
It has been confirmed that Marlon Freitas is joining Palmeiras for the current season, according to ESPN BR. He is the first name confirmed for the club for the current season.
Marlon Freitas was sold from Botafogo to Palmeiras for around 7.75 million euros. This is the 6th largest sale in the history of Botafogo.
Marlon Freitas was sold from Botafogo to Palmeiras for around 7.75 million euros. This is the 6th largest sale in the history of Botafogo.
According to Globo.com, Marlon Freitas is awaiting only the completion of medical examinations and his contract signing to become the first reinforcement for Palmeiras in 2026. For a three-year contract, Palmeiras is acquiring 100% of the player's rights for 6 million euros. Botafogo's initial position was to renew the contract of Marlon Freitas; however, the player requested his release to sign with Palmeiras. On Friday, Marlon Freitas and Palmeiras agreed on salary terms, and on the same day, the player requested his release during a videoconference with John Textor.
According to Globo.com, Marlon Freitas is awaiting only the completion of medical examinations and his contract signing to become the first reinforcement for Palmeiras in 2026. For a three-year contract, Palmeiras is acquiring 100% of the player's rights for 6 million euros. Botafogo's initial position was to renew the contract of Marlon Freitas; however, the player requested his release to sign with Palmeiras. On Friday, Marlon Freitas and Palmeiras agreed on salary terms, and on the same day, the player requested his release during a videoconference with John Textor.
According to Globo.com, the transfer of Marlon Freitas to Palmeiras is one of the most expensive in the history of Botafogo. The midfielder will be transferred to the São Paulo club for 5.4 million euros (R$ 34.9 million). The deal is nearly finalized, with the official announcement pending only details.
According to Globo.com, the transfer of Marlon Freitas to Palmeiras is one of the most expensive in the history of Botafogo. The midfielder will be transferred to the São Paulo club for 5.4 million euros (R$ 34.9 million). The deal is nearly finalized, with the official announcement pending only details.
An agreement was reached between Marlon Freitas and Botafogo for the player's transfer to Palmeiras, and the clubs have settled the terms to finalize the negotiation. However, the transfer is not yet complete. According to ge, a last-minute demand is complicating the conclusion of the deal. Sources consulted by the report indicate that the player's representatives are asking for an additional amount, with which the club from Rio de Janeiro disagrees. Marlon Freitas's economic rights are divided, with 10% belonging to the athlete and 90% to Botafogo. The player had initially waived his percentage to facilitate the transaction. His representatives are now requesting this amount in the final stage of the negotiation. Palmeiras is set to pay Botafogo $6 million (R$ 33.2 million) for the player. Marlon would be entitled to R$ 3.3 million of this value, which the Rio-based club would pay.
An agreement was reached between Marlon Freitas and Botafogo for the player's transfer to Palmeiras, and the clubs have settled the terms to finalize the negotiation. However, the transfer is not yet complete. According to ge, a last-minute demand is complicating the conclusion of the deal. Sources consulted by the report indicate that the player's representatives are asking for an additional amount, with which the club from Rio de Janeiro disagrees. Marlon Freitas's economic rights are divided, with 10% belonging to the athlete and 90% to Botafogo. The player had initially waived his percentage to facilitate the transaction. His representatives are now requesting this amount in the final stage of the negotiation. Palmeiras is set to pay Botafogo $6 million (R$ 33.2 million) for the player. Marlon would be entitled to R$ 3.3 million of this value, which the Rio-based club would pay.
According to Globo.com, a meeting between Marlon Freitas and Botafogo owner John Textor signified the end of the player's time at the club. Marlon Freitas expressed to Textor his desire to leave, believing it to be the best decision for his family's future. The decision was based mainly on financial reasons, as his salary at Palmeiras will be significantly higher, in addition to a three-year contract. The negotiation with Palmeiras progressed quickly, taking less than two days and starting on the Wednesday before Christmas. Botafogo will receive a relevant transfer fee, and Marlon Freitas will not leave for free in the middle of the year. He is scheduled to travel to São Paulo on January 4, a day before the Palmeiras squad reconvenes.
According to Globo.com, a meeting between Marlon Freitas and Botafogo owner John Textor signified the end of the player's time at the club. Marlon Freitas expressed to Textor his desire to leave, believing it to be the best decision for his family's future. The decision was based mainly on financial reasons, as his salary at Palmeiras will be significantly higher, in addition to a three-year contract. The negotiation with Palmeiras progressed quickly, taking less than two days and starting on the Wednesday before Christmas. Botafogo will receive a relevant transfer fee, and Marlon Freitas will not leave for free in the middle of the year. He is scheduled to travel to São Paulo on January 4, a day before the Palmeiras squad reconvenes.
According to Globo.com, Palmeiras is expected to acquire 100% of the economic rights of Marlon Freitas for approximately 6 million dollars (R$ 33 million). The parties reached an agreement on Friday morning and are now completing the final details of the contract and medical exams before an official announcement is made. If the negotiation is completed, Marlon Freitas will be Palmeiras' first signing for 2026.
According to Globo.com, Palmeiras is expected to acquire 100% of the economic rights of Marlon Freitas for approximately 6 million dollars (R$ 33 million). The parties reached an agreement on Friday morning and are now completing the final details of the contract and medical exams before an official announcement is made. If the negotiation is completed, Marlon Freitas will be Palmeiras' first signing for 2026.
Palmeiras is optimistic about reaching an agreement to sign Marlon Freitas from Botafogo. Negotiations progressed on Friday morning (26th), according to ESPN, and both parties expect to conclude a deal by the end of the week. Palmeiras will pay around 5.5 million euros for 100% of Marlon Freitas' economic rights.
Palmeiras is optimistic about reaching an agreement to sign Marlon Freitas from Botafogo. Negotiations progressed on Friday morning (26th), according to ESPN, and both parties expect to conclude a deal by the end of the week. Palmeiras will pay around 5.5 million euros for 100% of Marlon Freitas' economic rights.
Marlon Freitas met with Textor this morning and asked to be released from Botafogo to complete a transfer to Palmeiras. In the conversation, the team captain justified his request, explaining that he has only one year left on his contract and that the offer from the São Paulo-based club is beneficial for him. The American then gave his approval for the player. The clubs are now exchanging drafts for the transfer. The contract agreed between Marlon and Palmeiras will be for three years. Botafogo will receive 6 million dollars, which is one million more than was initially discussed.
Marlon Freitas met with Textor this morning and asked to be released from Botafogo to complete a transfer to Palmeiras. In the conversation, the team captain justified his request, explaining that he has only one year left on his contract and that the offer from the São Paulo-based club is beneficial for him. The American then gave his approval for the player. The clubs are now exchanging drafts for the transfer. The contract agreed between Marlon and Palmeiras will be for three years. Botafogo will receive 6 million dollars, which is one million more than was initially discussed.
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 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.
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.
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