Vasco let player go for free, but keep 50% of rights in deal | OneFootball

Vitória is close to announcing the signing of forward David, currently at Vasco. The parties are finalizing the last details to seal the permanent transfer, with no immediate costs for the club from Bahia, but with a split of the economic rights between the teams.

According to journalist Venê Casagrande, the player and his representatives reached an agreement with Vasco regarding the payment of signing bonuses that were still pending. With this resolved, the way was cleared for David to sign a permanent contract with the Rubro-Negro. The expectation is that the deal will last for three seasons.

The agreement between Vitória and Vasco stipulates that the Rio club will release the player without receiving financial compensation at this time, but will retain 50% of the player's economic rights. Vitória will hold the same percentage, establishing a partnership aimed at a future transfer. This information was initially reported by Venê Casagrande and confirmed by ge on Friday night.

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David celebrates Vasco’s goal against Santos — Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco

Vitória’s interest in bringing David back is not new. The Bahia club had already tried to sign the forward at the end of last season, but talks did not progress at that time. Back then, Vasco’s management would only accept a loan with an option or obligation to buy, at values that did not please Leão.

David joined Vasco at the beginning of 2024 and, over two seasons, played 71 official matches, scoring nine goals and providing seven assists. In 2025, he played 30 games, scored two goals, and made three decisive passes.

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David during his time at Vitória, in 2015 — Photo: EC Vitória

Revealed by Vitória, the forward had his first professional spell at the club between 2015 and 2017. During that period, he played 109 times, scored 16 goals, and provided eight assists before continuing his career at other clubs.

With all three parties aligned, the negotiation is close to being finalized, and David is expected to return to the club that developed him to strengthen Vitória’s squad for the Brazilian Championship.

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