Kaua Prates, getty images October 27, 2025, 11:33 p.m

Borussia Dortmund have opened negotiations for the transfer of Cruzeiro left-back Kaua Prates.

According to information Sky Sport Deutschland journalist Florian Plettenberg, nthe ownership club has already conducted personal scouting of the player several times and considers him as a potential top footballer in the future.

However, the deal will be difficult to implement due to the high price, the source notes. Prates’ contract with Cruzeiro runs until December 31, 2027.

Shakhtar Donetsk, which is traditionally active in the South American market, is also showing interest in the young Brazilian. As journalist Fala Giovane reported in October, the Miners can start official negotiations only in 2026 — after the player turns 18.

This season, 17-year-old Prates played 9 matches for the first team of Cruzeiro, and also played 5 matches as part of the Brazil U-17 national team.