標籤: foiled

Nottingham Forest’s attempts to sign Álvaro Montoro from Botafogo have now been blocked multiple times, with the latest legal development in Brazil adding a new layer to it previously covered position.

The Premier League club, as part of their growing relationship with John Textor’s network, were working on a deal for the Argentine attacking midfielder with Danilo – a player who was already familiar to Forest following his tenure at the club.

However, according to EarthThose efforts have been repeatedly blocked – first internally in Botafogo, and now by a court ruling in Rio de Janeiro.

Nottingham Forest’s interest also extended to Danilo, with both players being part of a wider negotiation that had already progressed to defined figures.

Botafogo block and legal intervention

Before any court involvement, Botafogo had already intervened three times to prevent Álvaro Montoro from leaving.

Reports suggest that when Textor attempted to push through a transfer to Nottingham Forest the club’s social arm intervened. Those interventions came in both 2025 and 2026, indicating internal resistance over how to handle the deal.

Now the matter has increased further. A Rio court has ruled that Textor cannot sell Botafogo players without the prior approval of a minority shareholder.

The decision was based on failure to comply with earlier obligations. As a result, any outgoing transfers – including transfers involving Nottingham Forest – are effectively halted until the necessary approvals are granted.

Texter has denied that the sale was slated for completion in early 2026. Still, repeated efforts show that behind-the-scenes negotiations have made considerable progress.

Deal structure and the Nottingham Forest partnership

Alvaro Montoro’s potential move to Nottingham Forest had already reached the agreed price stage.

The attacking midfielder was set to leave for €14m (£12.1m), while Danilo’s move was valued at €19m (£16.4m). However, the structure of the deal complicates the picture.

Botafogo currently owe Forest €20m (£17.3m) ahead of Danilo’s arrival in July 2025. Because of this, any outgoing transfers involving the same clubs will not generate the full headline fee.

In practice, the joint exit of Montoro and Danilo would have yielded only €13m (£11.2m). This significantly reduces the financial gain for Botafogo and helps explain internal resistance.

It’s also worth noting that Danilo is enjoying great form in Brazil at the moment. The midfielder has been a key figure in recent matches and was included in Brazil’s latest squad, the final call-up before the World Cup list is confirmed.

Financial pressure and FIFA risk

Álvaro Montoro’s situation is also linked to Botafogo’s wider financial issues.

The Brazilian club still has to pay for the transfer of Velez Sarsfield. FIFA has already ruled against Botafogo after defaulting on payments in August and December 2025.

This opens the door to possible transfer restrictions if the debt is not settled. As a result, selling players remains a priority, even if specific deals have been blocked.

Inside the SAF, the departure is still being considered. Despite the current legal ban, Montoro and Danilo talks have not been completely ruled out.

What’s next for Nottingham Forest?

Nottingham Forest now find themselves waiting rather than negotiating, as they have no power to influence matters.

Their interest in Montoro remains clear, and the pricing suggests they see value in the deal. However, the legal ruling means that any progress depends on internal approval at Botafogo.

At the same time, Forest have already signed players from Textor’s structure in unusual financial circumstances.

This latest case follows a similar pattern – complex negotiations, internal tensions and changing valuations.

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Juventus are not interested in signing Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario in the summer transfer window.

This is according to journalist Luca Momblano, Via Blasting News. He insists that reports linking the Tottenham number one to a move to Juventus are widespread.

Vicario appears to be determined to leave Tottenham this summer and return to his homeland in some capacity. Sport Witness has covered various reports from Italy regarding his desire to switch.

Inter Milan long-time admirers have come up with a plan as they eye a replacement for Yann Sommer this season. Reports late last month brought Juventus into the mix.

Dual sources refute Tottenham’s claims

They’re also eyeing a new number for the summer. As a result, they have Reports have already been made about a move. The Tottenham goalkeeper is reportedly on their list alongside players like Alisson Becker.

This potentially gives Tottenham another option to move back to Italy this summer. However, Momblano insists there is no such interest from Juventus. He says that this has also been confirmed by the player’s agents.

“I was very surprised by the article published in a famous newspaper today,” he said on his Twitch showing Juventus.

“Because from what I can read, it puts Vicario as the first-choice goalkeeper for Juventus, almost in pole position for next summer.

“I have a completely opposite reaction. As far as I understand, and I have contacted not only Juventus but also the people who manage the goalkeeper’s profile, Juventus have never approached the current Tottenham goalkeeper.

“Plus, Vicario himself has never heard anything about possible interest from the old lady. For all these reasons, I was surprised by what I read today. Not only do I not have Vicario in the top five goalkeepers for June, but I don’t even have him in the top seven.”

This may be the case where it becomes immediately apparent that the transfer was very difficult and that everyone involved is in denial that anything of the sort happened.