Barcelona optimistic about signing Brazilian gem, player’s entourage will block other offers

A recent report has revealed that Barcelona were once close to paying €100 million for the services of Lautaro Martinez.

Given the club’s economic situation, they might not commit €100 million for an individual anytime soon. However, Barça appear to be making a few positive strides in their pursuit of another South American attacking talent in the form of Vitor Roque.

According to a recent report from SPORT, there is increased optimism within the Barcelona camp surrounding the pursuit of Vitor Roque.

This can be linked to multiple factors including the fact that the player himself remains determined to join the club.

Earlier this year, Vitor Roque expressed his desire to play for Barcelona and his entourage will continue to reject advances from other clubs in favour of a move to Catalonia.

Without Roque’s help, Barcelona would have exited the pursuit a while ago. But in addition to the player’s desire to join the club, Barça are also seeking to navigate through the Financial Fair Play regulations, which may help them secure the services of the Brazilian.

One of the solutions could see Barça sign the youngster on a loan deal, with an option to buy at the end of the season. Vitor Roque himself believes that Athletico Paranaense will accept this method, and allow the Catalans to pay for the player through instalments.

If the Brazilian outfit had not been open to negotiations, they would have already knocked back Barcelona, given the fact that Vitor Roque has no short of admirers across Europe.

However, it must be noted that Barça desperately need to free up some space in their salary budget before they are able to sign Vitor Roque. This could involve the sale of star players, with the club notably considering the exit of Ansu Fati.