2023-07-12 12:20:00
Barcelona – dpa
Posted on: July 12, 2023: 04:20 PM GST Last updated: July 12, 2023: 04:35 PM GST
La Liga giants Barcelona announced on Wednesday that it had reached an agreement to sign Vitor Roque from Atletico Paranaense, where the Brazilian striker is set to join the Spanish champions from the 2024-2025 season on a contract until 2031.
The parties did not disclose financial details, but media reports said that Barcelona agreed to pay 40 million euros ($ 44.07 million) in addition to 21 million dollars, according to other items, for the services of the player, who is seen as the successor to Robert Lewandowski, who will be “35 years old” this month. next.
The 18-year-old scored 22 goals for Paranaense in 66 games to help the team reach the Copa Libertadores final last season.
Rocky made his international debut last March with the five-time world champion.
Barcelona said in a statement: From a football perspective, the striker is still developing but his adaptability means he can also play in the wing position if required. He has great vision on the field and has great speed and skills in front of goal.
Barcelona said it had put a release clause in Roque’s contract of 500 million euros.
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