Vasco ‘to discuss’ permanent deal with Copenhagen for Gabriel Pereira | OneFootball

According to PaponaColina, Vasco have entered advanced negotiations with Copenhagen over centre-back Gabriel Pereira, with a permanent deal under discussion.

Talks are focused on the financial structure. The Danish club are pushing for an outright sale, resisting a loan with an option to buy.

The 26-year-old has signalled his approval of Vasco’s project and is keen to return to Brazil to be closer to family. He has a young child and is attracted by a move to São Januário.

He has informed Copenhagen’s hierarchy of his stance, which has cooled interest from other European suitors, including Panathinaikos.

Vasco’s move has been accelerated after the coaching staff flagged an urgent need to reinforce the defence. Pereira’s height, recovery pace and aerial strength fit the brief for immediate competition for a starting place.

If payment terms are agreed in the coming hours, the club aim to speed up the exchange of contract drafts so the defender can travel to Rio de Janeiro, undergo medical tests and be unveiled.

Source: PaponaColina

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