Vasco monitoring Diego Carlos as agent seeks Fenerbahçe release | OneFootball

Vasco are monitoring 33-year-old centre-back Diego Carlos, currently at Fenerbahçe, after his representative opened talks over a mutual contract termination. According to PaponaColina, the Rio club see this as a chance to reinforce their defence in the second half of 2026.

The priority is a move only if the player secures a full release from European football. A loan has been discussed but is viewed as unlikely, with Vasco waiting for the outcome of discussions with Fenerbahçe’s hierarchy in Türkiye.

Any deal depends entirely on Diego Carlos managing to end his contract with Fenerbahçe. If that does not happen, the expectation is that Vasco will not pursue the move. The club do not plan a significant outlay to buy his rights at this stage of the window.

Vasco want an experienced defender to deepen options for the run of fixtures. Diego Carlos has featured for Sevilla and Aston Villa, noted for his physicality and positioning. He is right-footed and under contract in Türkiye until mid-2028.

The football department aims to strengthen for the Campeonato Brasileiro and the Copa Sul-Americana, providing coach Pedro Emanuel with experience and leadership. The squad continue daily work at CT Moacyr Barbosa while the club track further opportunities.

Vasco are against the clock as they try to assemble the finances, and view Diego Carlos as a potential cornerstone for their Brasileiro campaign if an agreement can be reached.

Source: PaponaColina

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