Vasco handed internal boost ahead of the 2026 season | OneFootball

Vasco is still in the running for the Copa do Brasil title. But its management is already planning for 2026 and counting on an internal reinforcement. This is midfielder JP, who is only 20 years old.

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JP's federative rights belong to Vasco, with a contract valid until December 2027. But this season he was loaned out to play for Avaí in the Série B of the Brazilian Championship. Playing for Avaí, JP gained a lot of recognition and became an important player for the club from Santa Catarina. He played 28 matches, scoring five goals and providing one assist.

Despite his good performance, Avaí chose not to exercise the option to buy the player’s rights outright. This is because the price of 1 million euros (over R$ 5 million) was above the club’s financial expectations. Coach Fernando Diniz has given his approval and JP will join Vasco’s squad next season.

Vasco’s Upcoming Fixtures

On the field, the team returns to action this Sunday, when they visit Atlético-MG in Belo Horizonte (MG), in their farewell match of the Brazilian Championship. On Thursday, there’s a derby against Fluminense in the first leg of the Copa do Brasil semifinals.

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