Vitor Roque’s ordeal at FC Barcelona since he arrived at the club eight months ago could soon be coming to an end.
The 19-year-old striker was signed from Athletico Paranaense but has been a total misfire, having failed to win over the confidence of former manager Xavi Hernandez or the current head coach Hansi Flick.
As such, a departure has been heavily spoken of for the Brazilian international, especially with Barça facing troubles with player registrations.
A meeting was held between Roque’s entourage and Barça director Deco recently following which efforts to find a solution for him have been ramped up.
Roque on his way to the Premier League?
Now, SPORT reports that Vitor Roque could finally be closing in on a departure from Barcelona, with the Premier League likely to be his next destination.
Indeed, two clubs from England – AFC Bournemouth and Everton have asked about the Brazilian and plan to speed up talks to secure the 19-year-old’s signing either on loan or a permanent transfer.
Headed to England? (Photo by Rich Storry/Getty Images)
Barcelona, for their part, are focusing on selling Roque permanently and recouping the investment made on his signing. A loan deal is not preferred by the club as they fear his valuation could take a further hit if he underperforms.
Roque has attracted interest from several clubs in Spain, but only on loan deals. Al Hilal in Saudi Arabia have been angling for a permanent transfer but the player has rejected them on multiple occasions already.
As such, England could be his next destination, with Barça maintaining a good relationship with Bournemouth, having only recently sold Julian Araujo to him.
Meanwhile, Everton have a fluid working relationship with Roque’s entourage which could help facilitate a transfer.
The final call could lie with Roque himself but Barcelona hope to ensure that they stand to benefit financially from the deal.
Source link : https://barcauniversal.com/barcelona-misfit-closing-in-on-exit-as-two-premier-league-clubs-ramp-up-negotiations/
Author : Michel Durant
Publish date : 2024-08-13 08:38:03
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