Vasco unveil Rayan’s replacement with better stats, costing R$30 million | OneFootball

Vasco officially confirmed on the evening of this Tuesday (27th) the arrival of its third reinforcement for the 2026 season. The new signing is Colombian forward Marino Hinestroza, 23 years old, who was playing for Atlético Nacional. The player signed a long-term contract, valid for four seasons (until December 2029), and arrives with the immediate responsibility of filling the gap left by Rayan’s transfer to English football.

One of the first curiosities about the new signing is a personal request: he asked the club to be called simply Marino, the name that will appear on his shirt, forgoing the surname Hinestroza. To bring the player from Colombia, Vasco’s management had to open their wallets and shell out around US$ 5 million (approximately R$ 30 million) for 80% of his economic rights, beating out strong competition from Boca Juniors, who were also negotiating with the player.

To help fans understand the impact of this arrival, we detail below the numbers that qualify Marino as the ideal replacement and the “winner” profile he brings with him.

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Marino surpassed Rayan in assists in 2025

Marino’s signing is seen by the football department as a direct technical replacement for Rayan’s departure. An exclusive survey by the portal BolaVip Brasil brings encouraging news for Vasco fans: the Colombian was much more involved in goals last season than the homegrown jewel Rayan.

While Rayan contributed decisively with only one assist last year, Marino delivered 10 assists in 55 matches played for Atlético Nacional, in addition to scoring seven times. Their playing styles are similar—vertical play and speed—but the numbers indicate that the new signing arrives with a more mature creative and decisive ability than the recently sold youngster.

Marino Hinestroza is announced by CRVG – Photo: Matheus Lima/Vasco

Vasco’s new player has a champion’s résumé and experience with the National Team

In addition to his stats, Marino brings with him a winning mentality that pleased Fernando Diniz. During his recent stint in Colombian football, he won four trophies: the Colombian Championship, the Supercup, and two Colombian Cups. This performance earned him call-ups to the Colombian National Team under Néstor Lorenzo, even featuring in the World Cup Qualifiers.

With spells at Pachuca (Mexico), Columbus Crew (USA), and even the youth ranks of Palmeiras, he is already familiar with Brazilian football, which should speed up his adaptation. The expectation is that he will already be available for Vasco’s debut in the Brasileirão this Thursday (29th), against Mirassol.

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