Vasco close to signing Bruno Rodrigues, Palmeiras forward | OneFootball

Vasco da Gama has advanced in talks to sign forward Bruno Rodrigues from Palmeiras. The Cruzmaltino is negotiating a one-year loan for the player, who has lost his place in the alviverde squad and was not listed for the team's debut in the Brazilian Championship.

This move is part of the Vasco board's plan to strengthen the offensive sector, considered one of the technical committee's priorities for the continuation of the season. Despite interest from other clubs, Vasco emerges as one of the main candidates to close the deal with the athlete.

Does Vasco want Bruno Rodrigues on loan?

Vasco's proposal involves a one-year loan with Palmeiras. The club believes that Bruno Rodrigues could be an interesting option to strengthen the attack, especially due to his versatility and experience in Brazilian football.

Internally, the assessment is that the forward needs continuity and playing time, something he would hardly have at Palmeiras at this moment. The loan model is seen as financially viable and aligned with Vasco's strategy, which seeks targeted reinforcements without significantly compromising the budget.

Despite the approach between the clubs, there is still no official confirmation of a closed deal. The talks are ongoing.

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Photo: Reproduction/Palmeiras.

Have Fluminense and Cruzeiro also shown interest in the forward?

Besides Vasco, Fluminense and Cruzeiro are monitoring Bruno Rodrigues' situation. Both clubs have shown interest and are following the player's uncertain scenario at Palmeiras.

The competition may influence the outcome of the negotiation, but Vasco is betting on the sports project and the possibility of offering more space to the forward. The club's recent history, which has been promoting changes in the squad, also favors the Cruzmaltino in the race.

Why did Bruno Rodrigues lose his place at Palmeiras after arriving in 2023?

Signed by Palmeiras in 2023, coming from Cruzeiro for about R$ 25 million, Bruno Rodrigues failed to establish himself in the squad led by Abel Ferreira. The forward suffered two serious knee injuries, which compromised his continuity and performance.

In total, he played only 16 matches for the São Paulo club, scoring two goals. At the beginning of the Paulistão, he was listed and started in the victory over Mirassol, but did not maintain his place throughout the season.

According to journalist Leonardo Barbieri from Nosso Palestra, Bruno Rodrigues was not listed for the match against Atlético-MG, again due to a technical decision. Abel Ferreira made it clear internally that the player is not in the plans for 2026, and the player was included in the club's transfer list.

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Photo: Reproduction/Palmeiras.

Do contractual situation and off-field episodes influence the negotiation?

Despite the contract valid until the end of 2028, Bruno Rodrigues' future at Palmeiras remains uncertain. At the end of 2025, the forward participated in a match for Guarani de Gravatá, in the final of the Ceará-Mirim Municipal Championship, without the authorization of the São Paulo club. The episode caused internal discomfort and led Palmeiras to consider a possible punishment.

Even without an official proposal materialized so far, the tendency is for the forward to leave the Alviverde in this transfer window.

How does Bruno Rodrigues fit into Vasco's planning and signings?

Vasco started the season evaluating the squad and mapping deficiencies, especially in the offensive sector. The search for wingers, with experience and ability to recover, is among the board's priorities.

The possible arrival of Bruno Rodrigues fits this context: a player who needs a comeback but has already shown potential at other clubs. The board bets on a more cautious signing model, prioritizing loans and market opportunities, while maintaining space for targeted reinforcements throughout the season.

If the negotiation advances, Bruno Rodrigues would arrive to compete for a position and increase Vasco's offensive options, which remains attentive to the market in search of pieces to qualify the squad.

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