Botafogo has a positive view of São Paulo's 21-year-old Brazilian midfielder Rodriguinho as part of ongoing discussions between the two clubs about a potential player exchange or a monetary deal. The discussions also involve other players. Botafogo has made offers for Pablo Maia and Ferraresi, and São Paulo is assessing Vitinho, “Tucu” Correa, and Savarino. A meeting between the clubs is scheduled for the upcoming Wednesday to continue the negotiations. Rodriguinho joined São Paulo in July 2022 and has a contract until the end of 2026. He has been capped three times for Brazil's U16 team. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €6.00m.