Barcelona Contemplates Early Arrival of Vitor Roque to the Club
According to reports by Javier Miguel, Barcelona is considering the possibility of adding Vitor Roque to their squad earlier than initially planned, possibly as early as August. This decision is linked to Ousmane Dembele’s reported move to Paris Saint-Germain, which is expected to free up significant space in the club’s wage budget, making Roque’s registration a viable option.
For this to happen, Barcelona will need to reach an agreement with Roque’s current club, Athletico Paranaense. Initially, it was scheduled for the 18-year-old striker to join Barcelona in January 2024. However, given the potential financial flexibility resulting from Dembele’s departure, an earlier move is now being considered.
Athletico Paranaense’s involvement in the Copa Libertadores adds a layer of complexity to the negotiations. The club’s participation in the prestigious competition is set to conclude in November. Barcelona will need to assess the situation carefully and potentially coordinate with Athletico Paranaense based on their performance in the tournament.
The negotiation process may become smoother if Athletico Paranaense experiences an early elimination from the Copa Libertadores. Their upcoming fixture against Bolivian side Bolivar in the last 16 is crucial, and bookmakers currently consider Bolivar as the favorites.
Barcelona secured Vitor Roque’s signing this summer for a transfer fee of €30m, with additional add-ons included. The young Brazilian talent has already showcased his potential, impressing with an impressive record of 16 goals and 7 assists in 34 appearances for Athletico Paranaense this season.
If the early move of Vitor Roque to Barcelona materializes, it will mark an exciting development for the young striker’s career and provide the Blaugrana with an opportunity to reinforce their attacking options sooner than expected. Fans will eagerly await further updates on the negotiations and the potential integration of Roque into the squad for the upcoming season.
