Atlético-MG has agreed to sign forward Júnior Santos from Botafogo. Botafogo accepted a proposal of US$ 7 million from Atlético-MG. Júnior Santos has already bid farewell to his teammates and will travel to Belo Horizonte to finalize the last details. He will sign a contract until 2028, ending his three-year tenure at Botafogo.

Júnior Santos is targeted by Atlético-MG for the 2025 season. He made a statement on Botafogo's official Instagram, which might indicate his potential stay. ESPN reported that Atlético-MG offered US$ 7 million for the player, while Botafogo's asking price is US$ 8 million. Both clubs are working to find a common ground. Atlético-MG is optimistic about closing the deal for the 30-year-old player.

Atlético-MG has made a proposal for Júnior Santos, a winger from Botafogo. ESPN reported that, although there is no agreement yet, Atlético-MG believes their offer is close to what Botafogo desires for the 30-year-old player. The club is optimistic about closing the deal. Initially reported by GE and confirmed by ESPN, Atlético-MG offered US$ 7 million for the forward. Botafogo's asking price is around US$ 8 million, and both teams are now seeking common ground. Botafogo appreciated the proposal and requested 48 hours to respond. Júnior Santos had a successful season with Botafogo, contributing significantly to their CONMEBOL Libertadores and Brasileirão victories.

Atlético-MG is aiming to enhance their attacking lineup following the transfer negotiations involving Paulinho to Palmeiras. The club has expressed interest in acquiring Júnior Santos, a 30-year-old forward from Botafogo, who achieved champion status in the 2024 Brasileirão and CONMEBOL Libertadores with his current team. Atlético-MG has reached out regarding the player, though an official offer to Botafogo has yet to be made. Júnior Santos was fully acquired by Botafogo in 2023, with a contract extending until December 2027. In the 2024 season, he recorded 20 goals and 4 assists across 50 matches, and emerged as the top scorer in the most recent Libertadores, netting 10 goals in 11 games.