Ferraresi has played 27 games for Botafogo, with 25 as a starter, and will likely be replaced by another defender. Tite, the new coach, will have about two weeks to define the starting defense of Botafogo, which has one of the worst defenses in the Brasileirão, with 45 goals conceded. The competition for the defense is open, with Lucas Monzón, Arthur Chaves, and Justino all vying for a spot.
The new coach will have to find a balance between the experienced Ferraresi and the younger players, who are also looking to make a name for themselves in the team. Monzón has played 6 games for Botafogo, with 5 as a starter, while Arthur Chaves has played 1 game as a starter. Justino has played 23 games for Botafogo, with 18 as a starter.
Tite will have to make a decision on the starting defense soon, with the clássico against Vasco just around the corner.