Manchester United Linked to €50 Million Move for Palmeiras’ Vitor Roque

Overview

• Spanish outlet Fichajes reports Manchester United is preparing a €50 million offer, with Chelsea, Tottenham and Sporting also monitoring the 20-year-old forward.
• Agent André Cury says a proposal in the €50 million range from the Premier League is imminent and denies that United has submitted a formal bid.
• Cury notes a €35 million offer from the Middle East was rejected, and reports indicate earlier talks below €50 million were not entertained.
• Palmeiras signals it will only consider a sale that fits sporting and financial goals during a campaign that includes the Brasileirão run-in and a Libertadores final.
• Roque has 17 goals and five assists this season, has been recalled to Brazil for November friendlies, is contracted through 2029, and Barcelona retains 20% of his rights after Palmeiras’ €25.5 million purchase of 80%.