It is reported that Göztepe is interested in transferring Uruguayan footballer Mateo Ponte from the Brazilian Serie A club Botafogo. The İzmir-based club is seeking to strengthen its squad for the upcoming Süper Lig and Turkish Cup seasons and is investigating the transfer conditions for the 23-year-old right-back, with a loan deal being the initial consideration. A report from the technical staff has indicated that reinforcing the right-back position is a priority, which has led the management to pursue Ponte. Ponte is considered a notable player in the South American market. He joined Botafogo in August 2023, and his contract is valid until June 2028. He has been capped five times for the Uruguay U23 national team. In the 2025/2026 Campeonato Brasileiro Série A season, he has made 8 appearances and provided 1 assist. Transfermarkt estimates his current market value to be €2.00m.