Botafogo Seeks Court Approval to Sell Barboza to Palmeiras for R$18 Million

Overview

• Botafogo asked the Rio de Janeiro state court to authorize the transfer of center-back Alexander Barboza to Palmeiras for R$18 million.
• Reports differ on whether he signed on May 1 with a post–World Cup arrival or still has terms to settle with his representatives.
• Club officials present the deal as a cash raise to cover salaries and SAF costs, a plan set under John Textor and upheld by interim administrator Durcesio Mello.
• Barboza remains a starter and thanked fans who chanted “Fica, Barboza!” after the win over Racing at Nilton Santos Stadium.
• His contract runs through December, which lets him sign a pre-contract from July 1 if no sale is finalized.