Reporting from ge indicates that 34-year-old Brazilian-Portuguese striker Tiquinho Soares and the Botafogo board have had discussions about a potential return and remain in contact. The player is expected to leave Santos, although he has a contract until December 2027. He has expressed a desire to return to his former club, and it is reported that he is willing to accept a lower salary. It is also understood that the Santos club is open to paying a part of Tiquinho Soares's salary in a potential future deal. However, the situation is currently regarded as 'difficult' because Botafogo already possesses three attacking options: Arthur Cabral, Chris Ramos, and Kadir Barría. While a center-forward is not a priority, the club is observing the market and has not ruled out the possibility of the striker's return. Tiquinho Soares joined Santos in January 2025 and has a current market value of €900k, according to Transfermarkt.