Marlon Freitas, a 30-year-old Brazilian defensive midfielder, received a salary offer and a 3-year contract. Botafogo, which the player joined in January 2023, allowed him to proceed with the negotiation. His current contract is set to expire at the end of 2026. Several clubs have been linked with him, including Palmeiras, Fluminense, and São Paulo. In December 2025, reports suggested Palmeiras had reached an agreement for a fee of around €5.5 million. The player has a current Transfermarkt market value of €6.00m.