According to ESPN BR, Sao Paulo desired the signing of Vitinho for 2026, but due to delays in conversations, the deal became unlikely and is not expected to occur.

Brazilian right-back Vitinho, 26, also interests Atlético-MG. A negotiation with Atlético-MG could be more favorable for Botafogo because it would involve monetary values, which São Paulo is unable to offer at this moment. The defender has two caps for Brazil and his contract with Botafogo expires on December 31, 2029. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €8.00m. His most recent transfer involving a disclosed fee occurred in July 2022, when he transferred from Cercle Brugge to Burnley for €1.0M.