In a surprise twist in the transfer market, Botafogo has secured the services of Luiz Henrique, who was on Betis' drop list. The operation, worth 20 million euros, marks a new chapter in the career of the young Brazilian talent.
Luiz Henrique's fortunes have turned in the last 24 hours with Betis joining the Eagle Football Holdings group, run by American businessman John Textor. This conglomerate controls not only Botafogo in Brazil, but also renowned European clubs such as Lyon and Crystal Palace. The acquisition of Luiz Henrique adds to Textor's list of strategic moves.
🚨🇧🇷 Luiz Henrique to Botafogo, here we go! An agreement was reached this evening with Textor Group Eagle.
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⚫️⚪️ Botafogo will buy Luiz as a record signing from Betis for 20 million euros.
🔴🔵 The move to Olympique Lyon is seen as a potential part of the process for the future. pic.twitter.com/j5tuv5ozsn
– Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) January 25, 2024
A busy market for Betis
Real Betis have agreed to the departure of three players in this winter market (Andrés Guardado, Borja Iglesias and Luiz Henrique), so expect a busy market close.
Negotiations between Lyon, Betis and Botafogo have resulted in an agreement and now the young Brazilian striker is preparing for a new stage in his football career. The French club, also under the influence of Textor, plans to loan Luiz Henrique to Alvinegro after using him next season.
With this unexpected transfer, Luiz Henrique joins the list of talented players who have found a new home under the strategic management of Eagle Football Holdings. Botafogo fans are eagerly awaiting this young Brazilian talent's contribution on the pitch as Betis continues to adjust its squad amid a winter market full of surprises.