Brazilian giants keep Vasco youngster on their radar for next season | OneFootball

The future of right-back Paulinho at Vasco for 2026 remains uncertain. Although negotiations in the last window did not progress, Atlético-MG is still interested in signing the player. According to journalist Lucas Tanaka, the club from Minas Gerais keeps the 20-year-old athlete on their radar and may make a new attempt for the next season.

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Player is the “Plan B” for the club from Minas Gerais

According to the investigation, the priority for Atlético-MG at the moment is the contract renewal of their main player, Saravia. However, if the talks for the Argentine's stay do not have a positive outcome, Paulinho becomes the main target for the club for the position.

The Atlético board, therefore, closely monitors the situation of the young Vasco player.

A factor that could facilitate a future negotiation is the player's own desire. Paulinho has reportedly made it clear that he is interested in transferring. The athlete is reportedly unhappy with the lack of opportunities he has received from coach Fernando Diniz and sees a move to Atlético-MG as a good opportunity for his career.

Player has a victorious history in the youth teams – Photo: Rafael Ribeiro/CRVG

Vasco demands financial compensation

It is worth remembering that the transfer almost happened in the last window. Vasco and Atlético-MG negotiated a loan with a purchase obligation set at 2 million dollars (around R$ 10 million).

However, the deal fell through after the Rio club demanded financial compensation for the loan, which was not accepted by the Minas Gerais club. The talks, which may be resumed in the future, show that the stay of the “creation” at São Januário is not a certainty.

Paulinho in training for the Giant – Photo: Daniel RAMALHO/VASCO

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