Vasco trio called up for FIFA window, Gómez to miss Botafogo derby | OneFootball

Vasco will release three players for the FIFA window. According to Globo.com, Bruno André and Ramon Rique have been called by Brazil Under-20, while forward Andrés Gómez joins Colombia.

Gómez has been selected by Néstor Lorenzo and is one of four Brasileirão players in the list. Colombia face Mexico in Baltimore on 26 September, Paraguay in New Jersey on 2 October, and Peru in Miami on 6 October.

Although his return would fall close to the derby, Gómez is not a concern for coach Pedro Emanuel. He received a third yellow card in the win over Coritiba and will serve an automatic ban against Botafogo on 7 October at Nilton Santos.

At youth level, Bruno André and Ramon Rique head to Europe with Brazil Under-20 to face Denmark, the United States and Mexico, preparing for the South American Championship in January 2027. Their final fixture is on 4 October, three days before the Rio derby, so staff will assess travel and fatigue.

Both are viewed as first-team options. Centre-back Bruno André remains with the youth sides but is closely monitored by Pedro Emanuel, while Ramon has started in senior knockout competitions and impressed, scoring his first professional goal in the 5-0 against Coritiba.

Vasco have deepened first-team integration in 2026, using the Copa Sudamericana as a platform for youngsters during the opening phase. Ramon Rique broke through under Renato Gaúcho and, under Pedro Emanuel, the 18-year-old midfielder has become a dependable option.

Source: Globo.com

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