Botafogo had a dream season, winning the Brazilian Championship and the Libertadores. With all this success, it is natural that many players are coveted in the market. This is the case of striker Luiz Henrique, who is a target for Fiorentina, from Italy. THE Sporting News brings the details.
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Will Luiz Henrique play for Fiorentina?
According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, a specialist in the transfer market, Fiorentina wants to sign Luiz Henrique, a 23-year-old striker. The Italian club knows that it will be difficult to remove the player from Glorioso, as he is one of the key players in the squad.
It is speculated that the proposal could exceed the value of 30 million euros (R$ 194 million). Glorioso has not yet responded to the Italians’ offer.
🚨🟣 EXCL: Fiorentina sent initial bid to open talks for Botafogo star Luiz Henrique.
Fiorentina are on it, despite difficult deal as Luiz Henrique is key player for Botafogo, crucial this season to win the league + Copa Libertadores.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
How long does Luiz Henrique’s contract last?
Voted best player in the Libertadores, Luiz Henrique has a contract with Botafogo until the end of 2028. In February, Bota spent around 20 million euros (R$106.6 million) including possible goals and bonuses, to get the player out of Bettis.
However, there is a possibility that Luiz Henrique will go to Lyon, a club from the same group as John Textor. By contract, it was agreed that the player could leave Botafogo for the French club in the middle of 2024 (which did not happen), or at the beginning of 2025.
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Luiz Henrique in 2024
- 55 games
- 12 goals
- 5 assists
