Vasco ‘to keep’ Matheus França until July 2026 despite struggles | OneFootball

Vasco do not intend to cut short Matheus França’s loan and he is expected to stay until July 2026, according to ge. The midfielder is on loan from Crystal Palace.

The call rests with the football department and coaching staff, who are still waiting for a response from him on the pitch.

Signed as a presumptive starter and among the squad’s highest earners, the number nine is enduring a barren run. Across 21 appearances for the Cruz-Maltino he has neither scored nor assisted.

His standing has slipped during the 2026 squad build, and he is now the fourth choice playmaker under Fernando Diniz.

Philippe Coutinho is first choice, with Nuno Moreira next despite a recent flashpoint against Mirassol. Johan Rojas has arrived and settled quickly, earning more minutes. França has played only 72 minutes across the club’s two matches this season.

Even so, the hierarchy have not thrown in the towel. Internally he is viewed as a technical asset who could offer much more. The period to July is seen as a last window for him to justify the outlay and either renew the deal or continue his career in Europe with greater value.

Source: PaponaColina