Vasco and the million-real debt: Why the club faces a R$28 million bill | OneFootball

Vasco faces a new and serious financial dispute behind the scenes. Benfica, from Portugal, has taken action against the Rio de Janeiro club, demanding payment of a debt of 4.4 million euros (approximately R$ 28 million) related to the complex transfer negotiation of defender João Victor.

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Benfica rejects Vasco’s first settlement proposal

The situation is delicate. According to Agência RTI Esporte, the Vasco management has already attempted an initial agreement to settle the debt, but the proposal was promptly rejected by Benfica, which is demanding full payment of the amount. Vasco’s legal department is now working on drafting a new payment proposal.

The debt consists of two parts. The largest portion refers to the actual purchase of the player in 2024. The second part, 1.4 million euros (R$ 9 million), concerns a 30% clause that Benfica is entitled to from the sale of João Victor to CSKA Moscow.

Risk of punishment worries Vasco

The debt comes at a sensitive financial moment for Vasco. The club is seeking an amicable solution, as non-payment could result in severe international penalties, including a “transfer ban” (block on future transfers).

João Victor, who was a 7 million euro investment by 777 Partners, played 75 matches for the club before being sold.

JV left the club after controversies with the fans – Photo: Thiago Ribeiro/AGIF

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