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The European landscape offers some insights, as seen with strict regulations enforcing financial fair play in countries like France. These regulations promise accountability and push clubs to act within certain fiscal limits. Brazilian clubs might benefit from exploring similar frameworks as they seek to construct a football environment that is both fair and sustainable.
However, the current transitional phase and the ambiguity regarding how ownership models should be regulated mean that clubs are treading carefully, attempting to navigate these murky waters. The examples of both Botafogo's and other clubs' financial dealings underline the need for both legal reform and a commitment from football authorities to address the issue collectively.