Cristian Medina has officially signed with Brazilian football club Botafogo after a prolonged transfer negotiation that lasted nearly two months. The announcement came on Friday night via Botafogo's social media platforms. Medina, previously with Estudiantes, decided to terminate his contract, which was set to run until December 2028, and accepted a financial compensation of $100,000 to facilitate the move to Brazil.

Having only spent a year with Estudiantes since his arrival in January 2025 for $15 million, Medina's decision to leave reflects his ambition to take on new challenges in his career. The contract signed with Botafogo is set to last until December 2029, a significant commitment that indicates the club's confidence in his abilities as a midfielder. This transfer marks an important step in Medina's career following a fruitful time with Estudiantes.

The transfer would not have been possible without the involvement of Foster Gillet, the American businessman who played a crucial role in negotiating the terms that enabled Medina to move from Boca to Estudiantes. His financial support in covering the release clause was instrumental for the success of Medina's move to Botafogo, emphasizing the complex dynamics often involved in player transfers between clubs across different countries.