Botafogo Close to Arthur Cabral Signing in Major World Club Cup Push

Botafogo are nearing a €15 million deal to sign Arthur Cabral from Benfica, just in time for the FIFA Club World Cup. The Brazilian club is also finalizing a move for Joaquín “Tucu” Correa, signaling their ambition as they prepare to face global football powerhouses this summer.

WHAT HAPPENED?

Botafogo have made an official €15 million bid for Arthur Cabral, the 27-year-old Brazilian striker currently at Benfica. The deal is nearly complete, with Cabral expected to sign a contract until 2029 and return to Brazil after several seasons abroad. This signing follows their agreement with Argentine forward Joaquín Correa, as Botafogo looks to quickly rebuild their attack after selling Igor Jesus to Nottingham Forest for €20 million. Cabral has scored 18 goals in 77 appearances for Benfica but had limited playing time this season as the team finished second in the Primeira Liga, seven points behind champions Sporting CP.

REINFORCEMENT FOR CLUB WORLD CUP DREAMS

Botafogo will represent South America in the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup, where they will share a group with Atlético Madrid. Club management is eager to sign both Cabral and Correa to boost their squad for the historic tournament. Correa brings experience from top European clubs like Inter Milan, Lazio, and Sevilla. These signings come at a crucial time, as Botafogo currently sit third in the Brasileirão after nine games, just two points behind league leaders Flamengo and one point ahead of Palmeiras. Their new forward pairing could be decisive for both domestic play and on the world stage.

WHAT’S NEXT FOR BOTAFOGO AND CABRAL?

The move is expected to be officially announced soon, with Cabral and Correa joining Botafogo before the Club World Cup begins in June. Botafogo’s next league match is against 8th-placed Cuiabá. They remain just two points off the top of the table, with a narrow cushion separating them from their closest rivals. With these high-profile reinforcements, Botafogo aim to challenge for both national and international glory in the coming months.