Arsenal have reportedly made contact with the representatives of Danilo ahead of a potential summer move.
The Botafogo midfielder left Nottingham Forest last summer to join the Brazilian side in a deal worth around €23m.
Botafogo are currently facing financial difficulties and are expected to raise funds through player sales, with Danilo among the names likely to leave.
Now, a return to the Premier League could potentially be on the cards.
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Arsenal make contact with Danilo’s camp
According to Globo Esporte, Arsenal are among the clubs interested in signing the Brazilian this summer.
It is understood that the Gunners have already made initial contact with the midfielder’s representatives regarding a possible deal.
However, Mikel Arteta’s side are expected to face significant competition, with Fulham, Benfica, AS Monaco and Galatasaray also interested.
Fulham and Zenit Saint Petersburg are reportedly prepared to submit offers worth around €30m, although the player has ruled out a move to Russia.
The report also claims that Palmeiras would be Danilo’s preferred destination should a return to Europe not materialise.
Danilo has enjoyed an impressive campaign with Botafogo, registering 10 goals and three assists in 23 appearances across all competitions.
His current contract runs until the summer of 2029.
