It's official: Arthur Largura Chaves has signed for Botafogo from Hoffenheim. The defender's move has been confirmed by both clubs, with personal terms and registration finalised. He will now link up with his new teammates ahead of the upcoming fixtures, having completed a medical and agreed on contract terms. Botafogo have now officially completed the signing of Arthur Largura Chaves, despite lingering interest from Augsburg. All steps, from final paperwork to international clearance, have been resolved. The club closed the door on a move that had generated widespread speculation. So far in this season, Botafogo are conceding 1.67 goals a game (40 in 24), more than they'd like compared to the Brasileiro Serie A standard. The hope is Arthur Largura Chaves adds a bit of steel and helps make them tougher to break down. Reports suggest Botafogo are monitoring Nahuel Ferraresi whereas Hoffenheim have not been associated with other players at this stage. Stay tuned for more details as the story develops. Need more Botafogo transfer rumours? Follow @PlayerSwitchCom on Twitter for news and updates as they happen.