Botafogo presented, this Friday morning (19), a new move to try to make the signing of Pedro Bicalho, a midfielder who currently plays for Qarabag, from Azerbaijan, viable. The information is from “GE”. But who is Pedro Bicalho? What are the values of the proposal? How does he play? THE Sporting News show.
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Pedro Bicalho: values
The proposal maintains the loan model with a purchase clause at the end of the contract, but brings higher amounts to be paid immediately to the European club. The financial requirements, in fact, were the main obstacle that led to the denial of the first black and white offer. The values were not revealed. Bicalho has a contract with Qarabg until June 2028 and an estimated value on Transfermarkt of one million euros, around R$6.5 million.
Strengthening the midfield is treated as a priority in Botafogo’s planning for the transfer window. In addition to Bicalho, the board is also working to sign Julio Romão, who plays for Ferencváros, in Hungary.
The negotiations are being led by businessman Breno Chartier, from Dunkirk Sports. There have still been no conversations between Botafogo and Pedro Bicalho about salaries, but the player shows interest in returning to Brazilian football.
🚨 | Botafogo made yet another proposal official by Pedro Bicalho, from Qarabag.
The format remains the same as the loan with option to purchase, increasing the amounts to be paid in the short term for the European team — this, in fact, was the reason for the rejection of the first offer.
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— Informa Fogo (@informafogo) December 19, 2025
Who is Pedro Bicalho? How do you play?
Pedro Bicalho is a Brazilian midfielder who plays in European football and has been a target for clubs in Brazil. Revealed in the youth categories of Cruzeiro and Palmeiras, it was with the São Paulo team that he had his first opportunities as a professional before seeking space outside the country.
Still young, Pedro Bicalho moved to Portugal, where he defended Santa Clara and Alverca, gaining experience in European football. In 2023, he moved to Qarabag, from Azerbaijan, a traditional club in the country and a constant presence in continental competitions.
At Qarabag, the midfielder started to play high-level games, including Champions League and Europa League matches, which helped expand his international experience. With good reading of the game, marking ability and qualified ball delivery, Bicalho is seen as a modern midfielder, who combines defensive intensity with participation in the construction of plays.
Pedro Bicalho’s numbers at Qarabag
- 25 games
- 0 goals
- 1 assist
