Published on 01/01/2025 at 10:13 a.m.
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Recruited by OL during the 2023 winter transfer window for a sum of 10 million euros, the soap opera surrounding the future of this player is coming to an end. The 24-year-old Brazilian strikerrecruited by Olympique Lyonnais in January 2023, will be permanently transferred to Botafogo, the Eagle galaxy club to which he was loaned last season. After only 21 games in the Gones jersey, Jeffinho experienced a great season with Botafogowinning the Brazilian championship and the prestigious Copa Libertadores.
A definitive transfer which brings in 5.3 million euros
According to information from The Team, the definitive transfer of Jeffinho to Botafogo will allow OL to pocket an envelope of 5.3 million euros. A significant amount for a player who failed to win in Lyon. Moreover, OL will retain 30% of any future resalewhich could prove interesting given the potential displayed by the young Brazilian striker last season.
A timeshare strategy assumed by John Textor
This definitive transfer from Jeffinho to Botafogo perfectly illustrates the timeshare strategy implemented by John Textorthe owner of OL and Botafogo. The American businessman does not hesitate to use his network to circulate players between his different clubs. A pragmatic approach which makes it possible to optimize investments and make the most of assets, even if it sometimes raises questions about the sporting independence of the clubs concerned.
A departure which closes a disappointing chapter in Lyon
For OL, the definitive departure of Jeffinho brings an end to a rather disappointing chapter. Recruited with great ambitions in January 2023, the Brazilian striker ultimately only played 21 matches in the Lyon jerseywithout succeeding in establishing itself in the long term. His loan to Botafogo, followed by this transfer, confirms the difficulties encountered in his adaptation to Ligue 1.
