Newcastle United’s pursuit of Botafogo midfielder Danilo received a significant boost a few days ago, with the Brazil international now prioritizing a move to Tyneside over other options this summer.
Even though the rumors first came out of a small Brazilian outlet and weren’t given much credence, the Magpies have been linked with the 25-year-old for several weeks, and there is starting to be too much smoke to at least consider the possibility of a fire being in place here.
Now, after Newcastle learned
Danilo’s price and according to a much more respected Brazilian outlet, UOL, the midfielder and his representatives have made a return to the Premier League their priority during this transfer window after abandoning hopes of a move to Palmeiras.
“One club ‘viewed favourably’ by the player’s camp is Newcastle,” UOL reported. “Newcastle have already made inquiries as they face a midfield rebuild this summer.”
UOL states Danilo believes a return to England would give him the best opportunity to remain in Brazil’s plans under Carlo Ancelotti while also allowing him to relaunch his Premier League career following his previous spell at Nottingham Forest. The report adds Newcastle is the English club viewed most favorably by the player’s camp.
Botafogo expects to receive a stronger offer from Europe than the proposal previously made by Palmeiras, which was valued at around £23.5 million. Per Chronicle Live, Botafogo has tagged Danilo with a €29 million (£25 million) figure.
Although UOL says Newcastle has so far limited its involvement to initial, informal enquiries, Danilo’s preference to return to England — and his camp’s apparent approval of a move to St. James’ Park — could strengthen the Magpies’ position if they decide to formalize their interest with an offer.
