Barcelona not given any ultimatum by Athletico Paranaense over Vitor Roque deal – report

After Barcelona lost Arda Guler from their clutches as Real Madrid swooped in to complete the Turk’s signing, murmurs about Vitor Roque also finding complications in embracing the Blaugrana jersey began to emerge.

Indeed, it was being claimed that the Catalans had been given a 24-hour deadline by Athletico Paranaense to send all the requisite documents to complete the transfer amidst interest from Manchester United, PSG, and Tottenham.

However, as per Joaquim Piera of SPORT, Barcelona have little reason to worry as Vitor Roque will end up joining the club. The report states that Athletico Paranaense have not given an ultimatum to the Catalans to complete the Brazilian’s transfer.

It is true that Barça feared resistance following the rising interest from Manchester United, Chelsea, and PSG, with whom they cannot compete financially.

But, despite the opportunity of earning triple what he could make at Barcelona, the young striker has not had any doubts about his desire to don the Blaugrana jersey. He continues to be loyal to the Catalan giants, just as he has been for many months.

Since Barça and Athletico Paranaense reached an agreement in principle for his transfer three weeks ago (€35 million+ 10 in variables), “Tigrinho” is aware that his future is set and that he will play for the La Liga champions.

If there is a salary margin to sign him up immediately, he will join this summer. Otherwise, the option to start working in January 2024 is also on the table.

To further add weightage to his seemingly imminent arrival, SPORT consulted sources at Athletico Paranaense, who refuted reports that the Curitiba club had given Barça a 24-hour deadline to conclude the operation.