Botafogo is nearing the finalization of the sale of Matheus Martins to Dínamo Moscou from Russia. According to information initially published by journalist Ivan Karpov and confirmed by ge, the Russian club's offer is 7 million euros and a four-year contract for Matheus Martins, and the negotiation is advanced. The match against Cienciano on Thursday could be Matheus Martins' last for Botafogo.

A Turkish club offered Botafogo €4.5 million (£3.8m) for the 22-year-old Brazilian winger Matheus Martins, but the club's board rejected it. The Brazil U20 international joined Botafogo in July 2024, is under contract until the end of 2028, and has 4 goals in 15 league appearances this season. According to reports in May and June 2026, Botafogo's asking price is €8 million. His current market value on Transfermarkt is €6 million. Celta de Vigo, Coventry City, and Real Betis are among several other clubs that have been linked with the player.