Arriving in January 2024 at FC Barcelona at the request of Xavi, former Culers coach, Vitor Roque (19 years old) unfortunately did not have the dream debut under the Catalan tunic. Relegated to the substitutes’ bench and not really fitting into the plans of the former Spanish midfielder, the Brazilian international (1 selection) finally left Barcelona last August after having played only 353 minutes of play. at Real Betis to get back on track, the native of Timóteo had recently looked back on his chaotic beginnings in Catalonia.
“ I was in Brazil and I didn’t know if I was coming or not. I found out I was coming to Spain just a week before, while I was on vacation, without having any idea. When I arrived, I had few opportunities and no time to adapt. I went through some tough times there, but it taught me a lesson. I’m really happy to be here now. What I learned there helps me today and I am very happy », he confided in particular in comments relayed by Marca. Since then, the 1m74 Auriverde striker, considered one of the greatest hopes of his generation, has found some sensations with Real Betis.
A very complex file…
Loaned to the Verdiblancos until June 2025, the former Athletico Paranaense player has a string of starts and today has 6 goals and 1 assist in 23 matches in all competitions. Performances which do not fail to arouse envy as the winter transfer window will soon open its doors. With this in mind, UOL Esporterelayed by Sportreveals a little bombshell concerning the future of the Brazilian nugget. Thus, Palmeiras – currently in the process of implementing a very powerful sporting project – would like to bring the Brazilian crack back to his native country.
The media specifies that the Auriverde club has already contacted the player’s entourage and started negotiations to try to convince Roque to join Verdão from next January. A file which nevertheless remains very complex since the person concerned is currently on loan to Real Betis and still linked to Barça until June 2031. Central piece of Manuel Pellegrini’s system, Vitor Roque is today the delight of the Andalusian team and the Blaugranas would not be interested in the idea of giving up their talent. However, Palmeiras – which has made it its winter priority – would be able to pay more than 20 million euros and some bonuses to satisfy the different parties. To be continued…
