Hernane Brocador nearly joined Vasco, find out how it almost happened

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·29 October 2025

Hernane Brocador nearly joined Vasco, find out how it almost happened

Fate almost had Hernane Brocador wearing the Vasco da Gama jersey before he became an idol of their biggest rival. The striker revealed that before signing with Flamengo in 2012, he had a concrete offer from Vasco, which did not progress due to incorrect information about his behavior off the field.

The year 2012 was a turning point in the striker's career. After scoring 16 goals for Mogi Mirim in the Paulista Championship — second only to Neymar from Santos — Hernane attracted the interest of major clubs in the country, including Vasco.

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“I had some inquiries, but the most concrete was from Vasco, unbelievably. They consulted, but it didn't work out. I stayed home for about 12 days and then Flamengo came up,” the striker said in an interview.

The deal did not go through because of a rumor that circulated internally at the São Januário club.

“I believe it was incorrect information. They told Vasco that I wasn't good in a group, I don't know who said that. They claimed I had problems, so it didn't continue. It was God's hand because it had to be Flamengo,” he added.

Shortly after, Hernane signed with Flamengo and experienced one of the best moments of his career, being a key player in the 2013 Copa do Brasil victory and scoring 36 goals in the season.

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The striker also revealed that part of his family, being Vasco fans, was divided over his move to the Rubro-Negro, but that his journey at the club was marked by focus and professionalism:

“I knew what I wanted. Many people waste opportunities due to lack of family support. I was very focused, I knew that nightlife and parties are fleeting. I seized my moment and was happy at Flamengo.”

Today, at 39 years old, Hernane Brocador continues to play for Cianorte, and still remembers the “almost” deal with Vasco — an episode that could have completely changed the course of his history in Brazilian football.

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