Vasco open talks to sign Boca Juniors wonderkid | OneFootball

Vasco are interested in signing Argentine center-back Lautaro Di Lollo. According to information published by journalist Luis Fregossi of the Mundo Boca Radio program, the Rio club’s board is considering sending a formal proposal in the coming days in an attempt to lure the defender away from Boca Juniors. The young player is 22 years old and is part of the plans of the coaching staff led by Renato Gaúcho to strengthen the defense in the second half of 2026.

The player’s representatives confirmed that behind-the-scenes talks are underway with the top brass of Vasco’s football department. In exclusive contact made by Canal Vasco in partnership with VDG-Cast, the player’s agent confirmed the approach, but stressed that there is still no signed document:

The contact was used to assess the conditions of a possible deal in the July transfer window.

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Multi-million release clause is the challenge for Vasco

The biggest obstacle for the São Januário board to seal the deal lies in the figures demanded by the Buenos Aires club. The Argentine press and the NT Vascaínos channel reported that Boca Juniors are playing hardball and demanding payment of the release clause, set at 20 million dollars, which is equivalent to around R$100 million at the current exchange rate. Aware of the high financial cost, the club’s board intends to put together an offer with lower figures in an attempt to open negotiations.

The defender is highly rated on the transfer market and seen as an important asset in Argentina. Lautaro Di Lollo recently gained international recognition by appearing on the shortlist of pre-selected players for the Argentina national team ahead of the World Cup, although he ultimately missed out on the final squad. The player’s resale potential has attracted interest from clubs abroad, requiring an extra effort from executives to unlock the transfer.

Lautaro Di Lollo is one of Boca Juniors’ standout names – Photo: Disclosure

Squad overhaul during the Copa break

The search for a new center-back coincides with the departure of midfielder Tchê Tchê, who has already collected his belongings from CT Moacyr Barbosa. President Pedrinho and football director Admar Lopes are working to restructure the squad, which will spend the recess period in 17th place in the Brazilian Championship, with 20 points. The goal is to secure targeted reinforcements before the professional squad returns, scheduled for June 21.

Vasco’s executives are looking for investors to provide financial backing for the football department and obtain clearance certificates in the club’s Judicial Recovery process. While the draft agreements with businessman Marcos Lamacchia remain under discussion due to notifications made by 777 Partners, the club is trying to move quickly in the transfer market to give Renato Gaúcho new options for the rest of the season.

Who is Lautaro Di Lollo?

Defender Lautaro Di Lollo is one of the top prospects from the Boca Juniors academy and is regarded in Argentina as one of the most highly valued center-backs of his generation. At 22 years old, the young defender stands out for his great potential for technical and physical development, which has been drawing the attention of clubs on the international market outside his home country.

Born in Buenos Aires and developed at Club Atlético Boca Juniors, the center-back built an impressive record in the youth ranks before reaching the senior team. His résumé includes titles in the U-20 Copa Libertadores and the U-20 Intercontinental Cup, competitions in which he wore the captain’s armband for the Xeneize side. With frequent appearances for Argentina’s youth national teams, the player featured in the U-20 World Cup and the continental tournament in the category for Argentina, which drew the interest of the international market.

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