Vasco move forward in bid for Gabriel Pereira as talks progress with Copenhagen | OneFootball

Vasco are advancing a move for Gabriel Pereira from Copenhagen, with the defender’s wish to join the club potentially decisive. Talks progressed on Thursday as the Rio side seek terms that curb upfront spending while they await DIP loan clearance.

According to Globo.com, the preferred structure is a loan with an obligation to buy, though alternative payment models that avoid a large initial fee are also being discussed due to cash flow limits.

Copenhagen’s initial stance was a high asking price, and Vasco had even considered finishing the season without defensive reinforcement. The defender has been a regular starter for the Danish side for two seasons. The club are aware of his wish and are not expected to make the deal as difficult as earlier in the window.

Vasco are pushing for terms that would add the centre-back without significantly straining the budget right now, while the club have also moved forward with the signing of Lescano.

The player and his representatives are keen to reach agreement with Vasco. Born in Volta Redonda, Gabriel Pereira has a son in Rio de Janeiro, which strengthens his desire to return to the state and play at São Januário.

His camp have travelled to Denmark to step up talks with Copenhagen. The parties continue to work on an agreement.

Source: Globo.com

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