The bizarre rules Rayan, ex-Vasco, faces at Bournemouth | OneFootball

Revealed at São Januário, Rayan, Ex-Vasco, is experiencing his first months in English football surrounded by expectations — and also strict demands. In three games, the forward has scored two goals and provided one assist, a start that has excited Bournemouth fans.

But beyond his performance on the field, the young player needs to adapt to an intense routine off it. Here are the main rules mentioned behind the scenes at the English club:

Nutrition, mandatory English, and monitored routine

🍽 Controlled diet

Rayan cannot eat out without the club's nutritionist's permission. The diet is personalized and monitored daily, something common in Premier League teams.

🇬🇧 English within six months

Learning the language is treated as a priority. Cultural adaptation is part of the sports project, and fluency is seen as essential for team integration and professional development.

📡 Total physical monitoring

During training, athletes wear GPS vests that record movement, speed, intensity, and heart rate. Load control is meticulous to prevent injuries and maximize performance.

😴 Sleep under control

Sleeping before midnight is a mandatory recommendation. The club uses apps to monitor the players' sleep quality. If an athlete does not meet the minimum rest goal, they may be called to talk with the coaching staff.

📱 Social media under surveillance

Controversial posts can lead to internal warnings. In more severe cases, such as inappropriate public statements, heavy fines may be imposed, along with possible sporting consequences.

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Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco.

Pressure and adaptation to English football

Discipline is part of the package in European football, especially in the Premier League, considered one of the most demanding leagues in the world. For a young player recently out of Vasco, the challenge goes beyond the pitch.

The good news for Rayan is that his initial performance has been positive. Now, the challenge will be to maintain the level on the field while adapting to the strict demands of the new environment.

He experienced two very different moments in Bournemouth's game last Tuesday against Everton in the Premier League. Rayan conceded a penalty in the first half but later scored the equalizing goal in the second. His team won 2-1 and is now among the top 10 in the English Championship. Coach Andoni Iraola praised the Brazilian's mentality.

— There are mistakes we have to accept from young players. They will do brilliant things, and some mistakes we have to accept. It's part of the development process. He knows he can't do that in the area. I don't think he's someone affected by pressure. Rayan is used to playing under pressure, he played very well in the second half, scored a goal — commented Andoni Iraola, in an interview with TNT Sports.

— He is a top player, technically good. He can hold the ball, dribble, pass. He is very important to us, and hopefully, he continues like this — said left-back Truffert about Rayan.

The question remains: he has already shown he has talent — will he turn this pressure into fuel to take the next step in his career?

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Rayan scored one of Bournemouth's winning goals against Everton in the Premier League — Photo: Reuters

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This article was translated into English by Artificial Intelligence. You can read the original version in 🇧🇷 here.