Debt and manager: what Vasco need to sign Nelson Deossa | OneFootball

Vasco’s board is working intensely behind the scenes in the transfer market to finalize the signing of Colombian defensive midfielder Nelson Deossa. Although the Rio club has overcome the initial issue involving bank guarantees, the transfer is still being held up by two complex obstacles in European football. The information was reported by journalist Gustavo Cunha on the Colina 1927 channel on YouTube.

The first obstacle is purely financial. Betis of Spain, the current holder of the player’s rights, still needs to pay around 2.3 million euros (R$ 13.32 million) to Monterrey of Mexico. The Spanish club is demanding that the São Januário side take on this debt in order to release the player. Football director Admar Lopes is leading talks with the Seville-based team to try to spread out or renegotiate that amount.

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Foreign coach’s request and the player’s desire to join Vasco

The second hurdle to a positive outcome is the stance of head coach Manuel Pellegrini. The LaLiga manager publicly asked for the midfielder to remain in the squad because he believes the youngster has the potential to deliver much more during the European season. Despite the coach’s wishes, the player has already expressed his desire to wear the Rio club’s shirt.

The Spanish board also views the transfer favorably, which keeps Vasco’s executives optimistic. In the words of journalist Gustavo Cunha, Deossa wants to play for Vasco and Betis wants to negotiate the player with Vasco, but the situation — despite an imminent agreement — is not as simple as it seems.

Decisive meeting and trip to Rio scheduled

Even with the issues mentioned, the scenario should take a positive turn in the coming days. Journalist Lucas Pedrosa said during his live stream that the Deossa deal will be unblocked later this week. Vasco’s board has scheduled a final meeting with the top brass of the Seville club to seal the terms of the agreement and prepare the necessary documentation.

If the clubs reach a financial agreement, the defensive midfielder will be cleared to travel to Rio de Janeiro immediately. The medical department’s plan includes standard physical exams and the signing of the employment contract before the announcement on social media. The arrival of the signing is intended to strengthen Vasco’s midfield for the remainder of the Brazilian Championship.

The Deossa saga at Vasco may be nearing its end – Photo: Reprodução/X

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