Vasco block starlet from U20 World Cup, Leandrinho gets the call-up | OneFootball

Vasco decided not to release the forward Rayan for the Under-20 World Cup, which will be held from September 27 to October 20 in Chile. After discussions with the CBF and coach Ramon Menezes, the player's name did not even appear on the final list of call-ups. The only representative from the club will be midfielder Leandrinho.

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Rayan, from Vasco, was the champion of the South American Under-20 with the Brazilian national team — Photo: Rafael Ribeiro | CBF

The decision by Cruz-Maltino was motivated by the delicate situation in the Brazilian Championship. Rayan is a key player in Fernando Diniz's team, with seven of his ten goals this season scored under the coach's leadership. The management considered that losing the forward at this moment could further worsen the fight against relegation.

At the beginning of the year, the plan was different. Vasco saw Rayan's participation in the World Cup as an opportunity for international market appreciation, as the player was a starter and standout in the category's South American championship victory in January. However, the role taken on by the forward in the main team and Diniz's confidence changed the plans.

The retention of the young player was also made possible by the recent sales of João Victor and Luiz Gustavo, which eased Vasco's finances and reduced the pressure for an immediate negotiation. The good relationship between the club, the CBF, and Ramon Menezes facilitated the understanding for the athlete to remain at São Januário.

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Rayan celebrates with Fernando Diniz — Photo: Marcos Ribolli

Brazil has not won the Under-20 World Cup since 2011, when Philippe Coutinho, a former Vasco player, was one of the team's protagonists.

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