Otávio draws Premier League scouts as Cruzeiro battles title hopes

While a poor start has left Cruzeiro’s title ambitions in doubt, 21‑year‑old goalkeeper Otávio is already attracting attention from two Premier League clubs.

English clubs scout Otávio

Representatives of Crystal Palace and Tottenham attended the Arena MRV classic against Atlético MG to observe the goalkeeper.

Crystal Palace scout Alessandro Brito has suggested signing Otávio on more than one occasion, most recently this year, but Cruzeiro blocked any chance of a move.

The clubs’ conversations are described as scouting rather than formal negotiations, and Cruzeiro is aware of the foreign pressure on the young keeper.

Last season, before making his senior debut, Otávio was monitored by Germany’s Eintracht Frankfurt, and in 2026 Nottingham Forest began talks that did not progress.

Cruzeiro’s stance and market value

Called up by Carlo Ancelotti for the last FIFA date and listed for November friendlies, Otávio’s market value has risen sharply this season.

Cruzeiro will not consider offers below 20 million euros, roughly R$ 121 million.

There are no active negotiations for the upcoming transfer window; the club’s focus remains on the final stretch of the Brasileiro and securing a direct Libertadores berth.

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