Botafogo Extends Álvaro Montoro Contract Through December 2030

Overview

• Botafogo confirmed on Tuesday that it has renewed Álvaro Montoro's contract to December 2030, replacing his previous deal that ran to the end of 2029.
• Club statements say the deal includes a salary increase for the 19-year-old and one additional year on his existing term.
• Reports say Montoro and his entourage evaluated offers from Europe but decided to remain in Brazil and accept Botafogo's proposal.
• Botafogo blocked a domestic approach by Bahia that was linked to a debt involving Santi Rodriguez and New York City, and that negotiation did not advance.
• Montoro joined from Vélez Sarsfield in mid-2025 for about $9 million, has 59 appearances and six goals for the club, and the renewal is meant to protect Botafogo's sporting project and transfer value.