Raul and the Botafogo board have mutually agreed to terminate his contract, a development first reported by the channel 'Arena Alvinegra' and confirmed by ge. He will move to AVS Futebol SAD in Portugal, and Botafogo will retain a percentage of his economic rights.

According to Globo.com, Botafogo is trying to find a new club for Raul, either by loan or sale.

Raul, a 28-year-old Brazilian currently the third-choice goalkeeper at Botafogo, may leave the club during this transfer window. At this point, Botafogo has not received any offers for Raul. He joined the club in March 2024 and his contract runs until the end of 2027. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €400k.