Luiz Henrique leaving Botafogo?
A couple of Premier League clubs are interested in Luiz Henrique, a Brazilian national and South American Ballon d'Or winner. The transfer is currently very difficult due to high costs, not less than 30 million, and many admirers.
Luiz Henrique has two concrete proposals from unnamed Premier League clubs to leave Botafogo and return to Europe. The offers are kept confidential, but they provide new possibilities for Luiz Henrique.
Luiz Henrique has decided to leave Botafogo. There has been speculation in France and Brazil about a potential move to Olympique Lione, which is also owned by John Textor. However, due to Lione's financial issues, the possibility of Luiz Henrique joining the club is currently remote. The player visited Lione to see the club's facilities and attended a Europa League match.
Botafogo is considering selling Luiz Henrique to help address the financial issues of Olympique Lyonnais.
Luiz Henrique is determined to leave Botafogo and could have Saudi Arabia as a destination. Clubs from Saudi Arabia have shown interest, but Botafogo has not agreed to the values offered yet. John Textor, owner of SAF Alvinegra, is willing to sell Luiz Henrique for 60 million euros. The offers received so far are around 40 million euros, which did not satisfy the American businessman.
Luiz Henrique is determined to leave Botafogo and could have England as a destination. Clubs from the Premier League have shown interest, but Botafogo has not agreed to the values offered yet. John Textor, owner of SAF Alvinegra, is willing to sell Luiz Henrique for 60 million euros. The offers received so far are around 40 million euros, which did not satisfy the American businessman.
Botafogo has set an asking price of 60 million euros for Luiz Henrique, following his exceptional performance in 2024 where he won the Copa Libertadores and the Brasileirao, and was named the best player in both competitions. Despite John Textor's efforts to retain Luiz Henrique, the club's owner, the player has decided to continue his career in Europe. The high price and demand are expected to attract other Premier League teams. Luiz Henrique is aiming to double his salary and establish himself in one of the world's most competitive leagues. Botafogo plans to use the sale proceeds to strengthen their squad.
Olympique de Lyon, owned by John Textor, is set to sign Luiz Henrique from Botafogo, also owned by the same person. This transfer will occur in the winter transfer window and will result in Betis receiving two million euros. Luiz Henrique had previously moved from Betis to Botafogo for 16 million euros plus four million in variables, half of which were fulfilled after Luiz Henrique played a certain number of matches.
Luiz Henrique, a 23-year-old winger, has decided to leave Brazil for Europe, specifically expressing a desire to join Lyon (OL). However, John Textor, in an interview with O Globo, expressed uncertainty about the transfer, suggesting Luiz Henrique might participate in the Club World Cup with Botafogo from June 15 to July 15. Textor frequently communicates with Henrique's agents, with a decision expected in the first week of January.
Luiz Henrique is reportedly close to becoming a new player for Olympique Lione, as reported by L’Equipe. The main reason behind this decision is that Botafogo and Lione share the same ownership. John Textor, the owner of both clubs, has decided to allow Luiz Henrique to continue his development within the family of clubs.
The Brazilian Luiz Henrique, star player of Botafogo, will join Olympique de Lyon starting from January, as confirmed by Brazilian media. The transfer will allow Real Betis to earn an additional two million euros as previously agreed. Luiz Henrique was recently named the best player in America by the Uruguayan newspaper El País.
Zenit Saint Petersburg is interested in the Brazilian forward Luis Henrique, as reported by journalist Ekrem Konur on social media platform X (formerly Twitter).
Luiz Henrique is uncertain about his future at Botafogo following their Copa Libertadores victory. In an interview with ESPN, he conveyed his uncertainty about continuing with the club. Despite this, plans are in place for him to join Olympique Lyonnais (OL) in the coming months. However, the financial difficulties currently faced by OL, which could lead to a potential relegation if John Textor fails to secure the necessary funds to satisfy the DNCG, add an element of uncertainty to the transfer situation. Luiz Henrique is regarded as one of the significant assets in the Eagle group's transfer market.
Botafogo is obligated to pay an additional 2 million euros to Betis due to Luiz Henrique's performance triggering a bonus. If Luiz Henrique transfers to Olympique Lyonnais or another European club, an additional 2 million euros must be paid to Betis. His recent call-up to the Brazilian national team increases the likelihood of a return to Europe.
Luiz Henrique, who became a Brazilian international a month before Igor Jesus, is expected to join OL (Olympique Lyonnais) in the coming months. His association with Igor Jesus at Botafogo has been notably successful.
Luiz Henrique, the forward from Botafogo, could join OL in the coming months.
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