Former Palmeiras player on Vasco's radar for the 2026 season | OneFootball

Vasco da Gama is keeping an eye on the South American market and has started monitoring the situation of forward Miguel Merentiel, currently at Boca Juniors. The 29-year-old Uruguayan has emerged as one of the names being observed by the Vasco board to strengthen the squad starting from the 2026 season. The information was released by the Canal Vasco profile, which also points to interest from Atlético-MG in the player.

Experience and possible competition for Vegetti

Vasco's idea is to hire a center-forward with the potential to take on a starting role or at least increase the level of competitiveness in the offensive sector. Although Pablo Vegetti remains an important part of the squad and was decisive in the last classic, the football department understands that the Argentine may not be experiencing his best technical moment, which reinforces the need for an alternative in the attack command.

Merentiel is internally evaluated as an experienced player, accustomed to high-pressure environments and decisive matches. At Boca Juniors, the forward has built an image of a combative athlete, with a strong presence in the area and intensity, characteristics that fit the profile sought by the Vasco coaching staff for the next cycle.

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Contractual situation and values

According to Transfermarkt, Miguel Merentiel has an estimated market value of 6.5 million euros, about R$ 41 million at the current exchange rate. The forward has a contract with Boca Juniors until December 31, 2027, which would require direct negotiation between the clubs for a possible transfer.

The Uruguayan also has experience in Brazilian football. With Palmeiras, he was part of the squad that won the 2022 Brazilian Championship and conquered the 2023 Paulista Championship, a factor considered positive by the Vasco board for reducing the risk of adaptation to national football.

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No official proposal

At this moment, Vasco's interest is limited to market monitoring. There is no official proposal presented nor negotiations at an advanced stage with Boca Juniors.

Even so, the movement indicates that the club is already working behind the scenes aiming for important adjustments in the squad for 2026, with special attention to the offensive sector.

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