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Vitor Roque is in a complicated situation seven months after signing for FC Barcelona.
The 19-year-old forward signed for the Catalans last summer in a deal worth €30 million plus €31 million in bonuses and arrived at the club in January from Athletico Paranaense to wonderful fanfare.
However, it soon became clear that the Brazilian striker was not in Xavi’s plans and practically did not play minutes. Looking ahead to the new season, little has replaced Roque despite Hansi Flick taking the reins.
Given that Barcelona have to sign him from scratch and the club has enough salary space, he will most likely leave and there is no shortage of interest.
Earlier today, reports emerged claiming that Saudi club Al Hilal were interested in signing Vitor Roque and could be willing to offer him around €30 million.
Now SPORT has published an update stating that Barcelona would be willing to sell him for more than 40 million euros.
Al Hilal were first in talks with Barcelona for Raphinha, but with the 27-year-old winger steadfastly refusing to leave, they switched their interest to compatriot Roque.
The Saudi club were first looking for a loan, but Barça do not need to let him leave temporarily, as he could lose his market price and only need a definitive exit, also for a payment of more than 40 million euros.
If Barcelona manage to let Roque through, he could be a big help for them on the fair play front, as they would not possibly have to sign him in La Liga, which means more salary area for new signings.
Furthermore, it is conceivable that they will get a significant sum for the 19-year-old, given that Al Hilal have the ability to get even €50 million for him, which would be a major boost for the club at some point. when they want to make profits through sales.
The decision, however, rests firmly on the player, who has shown no signs of wanting to leave. But if he decides to move, his agent, André Cury, has insisted it would be a permanent transfer.
For now, Roque will most likely travel to the United States for the pre-season tour, although he will be content with the option of Al Hilal on the table.