Brazilian Botafogo management continues its negotiations with Zenit regarding the possible transfer of midfielder Wendel. Journalist Julio Miguel Neto reported this on his social networks.
According to the source, the Brazilian midfielder could move to Botafogo on a one-year loan with a compulsory purchase option at a fixed price. It was reported that the clubs could not agree among themselves on the payment amount that should be paid for the sale of the player. Brazilians want to reduce this. In addition, the Botafogo management is currently trying to persuade Zenit head coach Sergei Semak, who is not willing to let Wendel leave. The midfielder is reportedly excited about the opportunity to play for his home country.
Wendel has been playing for Zenit since the autumn of 2020. The Brazilian midfielder played in 16 matches in the Russian Premier League (RPL) this season and scored four goals and five assists. It is worth noting that the Brazilian player wants to leave Zenit before the start of the season. His return to Russia was delayed and he missed the start of training camp.
Previously Alexander Medvedev she made a joke About the possibility of the most valuable RPL player leaving Zenit.