Felipe Melo claims Richarlison close to Vasco, calls it a decision of the heart | OneFootball

Felipe Melo has said on social media that Richarlison is close to joining Vasco da Gama. The club have not confirmed it, though the prospect has energised discussions behind the scenes.

Canal do Pedrosa reports that Vasco have made initial contact to understand terms. A source close to the talks suggested the forward could arrive in Rio next week.

Melo called it a gigantic signing and said the Brazil international still has a market in Europe. He argued Vasco are the club of Richarlison’s heart and that, if it happens, the move would be driven by affection rather than money.

Richarlison was left out of Tottenham’s Premier League squad and has indicated he does not plan to stay in England. With the windows in the five major European leagues closed, Vasco are exploring the opening that creates, and his Spurs deal runs until June 2027, allowing pre-contract talks from January.

Supporters have launched an online campaign, amplified by influencer Casimiro Miguel. Since 2024, president Pedrinho has treated the signing as a dream, and the board have entered the race despite the complexity of negotiating for a player with an international market.

Source: PaponaColina

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