25 Aug 2026
Who will be Botafogo’s new head coach? Bellão could remain in charge
Botafogo have still been unable to appoint a new head coach and are preparing to extend Bellão’s spell as caretaker. Find out why the club could keep the temporary solution in place for longer.
Will Bellão remain at Botafogo?
The expectation is that Bellão will remain in charge of Botafogo for some time longer. The club are preparing to extend his spell as caretaker because they have yet to complete the appointment of a new head coach. His continued presence is therefore seen as a transitional solution, rather than confirmation of a permanent project for the season.
Why have Botafogo not announced a new head coach yet?
Botafogo are having difficulty finalising their search for a new manager. So far, no candidate has been confirmed to take charge of the team. While negotiations remain unresolved, Bellão continues to be the available option within the club. Extending his caretaker spell avoids an immediate change without an agreement in place with the next head coach.
Is Bellão Botafogo’s permanent new head coach?
Based on the information available, there is no indication that Bellão has been permanently appointed. The situation is different: Botafogo could extend his stay while continuing to search for a head coach. This distinction matters because extending his interim role keeps the search for a permanent appointment open. The club must still decide whether to turn the temporary solution into a permanent choice or wait for the market to settle.
What changes for Botafogo now?
The main change is continuity in the short term. Bellão will have the chance to remain in charge while the board tries to finalise the appointment. This gives Botafogo more time to choose a new head coach, but it also prolongs a period of uncertainty. Without an official announcement, it is impossible to say who the next manager will be or to claim that Bellão will remain for the entire season.
What is the most likely scenario?
The most likely scenario at this stage is an extension of Bellão’s caretaker spell. Botafogo are preparing this measure because their search for a new head coach has yet to produce an agreement. The final decision depends on the progress of negotiations and the club’s decision on the profile of their next manager. Until then, Bellão is expected to remain responsible for the team while the board continues looking for a permanent appointment.
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