The talented left full-back is only contracted at the Belo Horizonte club until 2013 and a loan deal will not be considered for that reason, meaning the Alvinegro will have to cough up a transfer fee if they want the player.
When pressed on the matter, Botafogo deputy Director of Football André Silva was typically secretive, yet the player’s agent was far more enthusiastic on a possible deal.
“There have been conversations,” said Gustavo Arribas. “For now, I have no more information.”
