European rivals eye Brazil Danilo as Roma seek midfield fix

European clubs have turned their attention to Brazil Danilo, the 2001‑born midfielder who logged only 43 minutes as a reserve for Carlo Ancelotti at the World Cup in Canada, Mexico and the United States, as Roma seek to plug a midfield gap. Danilo currently plays for Botafogo after a spell at Nottingham Forest, and his European experience is seen as valuable by the Giallorossi. Roma have made only exploratory inquiries so far, aiming to gauge terms for a possible transfer. His Brazilian nationality also aligns with the club’s interest in South American talent. Roma’s priority remains reinforcing the attack, but the midfield void has become a secondary focus, prompting the club to target Danilo. His limited 43‑minute World Cup involvement underscores his availability for a fresh start. His Brazilian background and prior European exposure make him an attractive option to bridge the gap.

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The club also monitors Nicolò Tresoldi and Alejandro Garnacho as leading options to boost goal output. Diego Moreira has emerged as a highly sought‑after winger, and securing him would give Roma a versatile option on the flanks. Beyond the first team, Roma review Danilo Santos, another Brazilian midfielder familiar to European fans from his Nottingham Forest stint, whose move back to Europe aligns with his personal ambition. These European suitors intensify the transfer race, with Zenit, Newcastle and Galatasaray also showing interest, the Russians opening talks with Botafogo.

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For Danilo, a move to Roma would fulfil his desire to return to Europe after limited minutes at the World Cup, while Roma would add a seasoned midfielder to strengthen their squad. The outcome could also shape the club’s broader recruitment strategy across attack and midfield.