Vitor Roque, still technically a Barcelona player, has become the talk of the Camp Nou. The Brazilian forward, who remains unregistered for league competition, met with Real Betis on Monday and has given the Seville-based club permission to negotiate a loan deal with Deco, parallel to Sporting Lisbon’s interest. Barcelona fans, aware of the ongoing developments, are convinced of his departure: “He’s off now.”
It was a long day. Vitor Roque and his agents met with Joaquín Sánchez, Manu Fajardo, and Ramón Alarcón on Monday to hear Betis’ proposal. After the meeting, the footballer left delighted and convinced that this season, when he seemed set for a move to Sporting Lisbon, he could continue playing in La Liga.
Punctually, around 8:30 AM, the striker arrived at the Joan Gamper Sports City, trained with his teammates, and left the facilities around 11:00 AM as usual.
Fans, left disappointed, believe Vitor Roque’s departure is imminent
As usual, a large group of fans eager for shirts, photos, or autographs from their idols waited outside the sports city. Vitor Roque, aware of the press presence and knowing he would have to answer some questions, did not hesitate to speed up and escape the scene, while those present took it as a given: “He’s leaving Barcelona,” can be heard in the video accompanying the news.
At this moment, Real Betis is best placed to secure the striker’s loan. The Seville club would be willing to agree to a purchase option after the loan, and the player, after hearing Betis’ project, wants to stay in La Liga.
The next few hours will be crucial in determining the destination of a footballer who, in Barcelona, is already considered lost.
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