Artur Jorge, coach of Botafogo (Photo by Noushad Thekkayil / NurPhoto / NurPhoto via AFP)
Despite the Libertadores – championship double, Botafogo will not be able to rely on continuity. In addition to senior players, the Brazilian club will have to look for a new coach.
There are many projects for John Weaver in this transition to the new year. The boss of Eagle Football Group has a plethora of files to manage with the winter transfer window which has opened its doors. At theOL obviously, with degreasing to be ensured and some reinforcements to be signed. But the Lyon club is not the only one that will experience a hot winter. In Brazil, Weaver will also have some puzzles. The festivities for the Copa Libertadores – championship double are over, Botafogo was quickly brought back to reality. The beautiful season has attracted attention and some executives from last season will set sail. We logically think of Thiago Almada and Luiz Henriqueannounced atOLbut also Igor Jesus.
Head to Qatar for Jorge
So many departures that will have to be compensated for and which will have to fit into the philosophy of the new coach. Because yes, in addition to players, John Textor and the Carioca management will have to look for a new strong man on the bench. This Saturday, Botafogo informed about the separation with Artur Jorge “by mutual agreement”. Arriving in April 2024, the Portuguese coach took the Rio de Janeiro team to the top, but will not be there for the long term. Having received an offer from Qatarhe wanted to respond favorably and therefore also set sail.
