Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas is going through a delicate moment with striker Artur, who may leave the club due to a debt of R$ 20 million with Zenit. The negotiation for the player's transfer was made at the beginning of 2025, but the Brazilian club has not yet paid the initial installments. The debt value is part of an operation estimated at 10 million euros, which at the time of the negotiation corresponded to approximately R$ 61.9 million. To resolve the situation, Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas clarified that there are no overdue values with Artur, such as salaries or bonuses. The only pending issue, according to the club, refers exclusively to the negotiation with Zenit, not involving labor obligations with the athlete. So, the club's management is working to find a solution to the impasse. Artur Victor Guimarães, the number 7 of Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas, has been an important player for the team, contributing with eight goals and five assists in 48 matches played in 2025. But the debt with Zenit may accelerate the player's eventual departure. Zenit has already been officially informed about the justification presented by Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas, but disagrees with the approach taken. There is a possibility that the case will be taken to Fifa, although the Brazilian club claims that it will maintain its position, based on the limitations imposed by international norms. Meanwhile, Artur's future remains open, depending on both the judicial and financial outcome and a possible movement in the transfer market. The striker has been a valued player in the market, and his departure may be a blow to Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas. But the club is working to find a solution to the impasse and keep the player on the team.