Bournemouth talks sideline Rayan, Vasco future up in the air | OneFootball

The negotiation between Vasco da Gama and Bournemouth, from England, directly impacted the routine of the Cruzmaltino squad this Monday. Due to the ongoing discussions, the forward Rayan did not participate in field training and only performed internal activities in the gym, while the rest of the group began preparations for the classic against Flamengo, scheduled for Wednesday.

The information was initially disclosed by journalist Venê Casagrande, who discovered that the player has already accepted the proposal from the English club and is awaiting a final agreement between the boards. The movement reinforces the uncertain scenario regarding the young forward's stay at the beginning of the season.

Bournemouth has an agreement in place with Rayan and is betting on the athlete's desire to play in European football. The English club offers a high salary and sees the Brazilian as the ideal replacement for Semenyo, who was transferred to Manchester City in this window. The total offer is around 35 million euros, including fixed amounts and targets, which would make the operation the biggest sale in Vasco's history.

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Rayan celebrates Vasco's goal against Maricá — Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco

Despite this, Vasco's management resists the negotiation. Internally, Rayan is considered the main player of the squad, and the club believes it can obtain even higher values, either from Bournemouth itself or another English club. Vasco wants at least 35 million euros fixed, without relying on bonuses to reach this level.

The discussions also involve the reformulation of targets, which Vasco is trying to make simpler and more achievable, as well as the discussion about the player's share percentage. In the last contract renewal, it was agreed that Rayan could receive up to 30% of the transfer value, depending on the final figures.

Another sensitive point is the so-called transfer surplus. Since the English market does not allow the selling club to retain a percentage of the player's economic rights, Vasco seeks to ensure, in the contract, participation in the profit of a future sale. The management wants to secure a share if Bournemouth resells Rayan for significantly higher values.

Meanwhile, coach Fernando Diniz is actively participating in attempts to convince the forward to stay at least until mid-year, with direct conversations and calls to the player. Rayan's staff maintains a good relationship with the club and advocates that the management evaluate the market opportunity.

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Photo: Matheus Lima/ Vasco

With the English window closing on January 31, Bournemouth is working to resolve the deal this week, but does not rule out moving to a plan B if they cannot advance. At Vasco, the scenario remains undefined — and Rayan's absence from the field is another indication that the outcome is near.

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