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Mauro pointed out that the atmosphere surrounding the club suggested a potential pivot. With several players recruited through a holding company, it was well-known among fans that Almada was likely headed to Lyon. This foreknowledge set the stage for an impending exodus, rattling the team’s composition and stability. While Botafogo has compelling talents, rumors of departures cast a shadow over its future—making the current situation seem more like a grieving process than a celebration of potential.