Vasco try to persuade Rayan to delay his exit, find out more | OneFootball

Vasco is still trying to convince Rayan to stay at the club and wait for offers in future transfer windows, but his desire to play in the Premier League and the influence of his staff have weighed heavily in favor of the striker accepting Bournemouth's proposal. The information was reported by UOL.

Since his youth academy days, Rayan has never hidden from those closest to him his dream of playing English football. That’s why Bournemouth’s approach had an immediate impact, unlike Zenit from Russia, who inquired about the player’s situation but did not advance in negotiations.

The English club is signaling a five-year contract, a high salary in pounds, and a sports project considered attractive by the athlete’s staff. The agents believe that a good performance in the Premier League could quickly boost Rayan’s career, opening doors to more prominent clubs within the league itself or on the European stage, as has happened with other recent Bournemouth standouts.

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Vasco da Gama vs. Maricá for the Campeonato Carioca held at São Januário Stadium on January 15, 2026. Photos: Matheus Lima/Vasco.

The proposal also pleased the player’s family. In a potential deal, about 30% of the economic rights belong to his relatives, which represents a significant life change for Rayan and his parents, who grew up in Barreira do Vasco, a humble community near São Januário.

Rayan only began receiving a high salary last month, when Vasco announced his contract renewal until 2028. The striker’s earnings are around R$ 900,000 per month.

Despite the interest, Bournemouth has not yet made an official offer to Vasco. Informal talks indicate a proposal of approximately 35 million euros fixed (about R$ 218 million), with performance targets that could raise the total value of the deal to nearly 50 million euros (R$ 311 million), the amount initially desired by the Rio club.

On Vasco’s side, the release will only happen if Rayan maintains his decision to leave — something that has already been signaled internally — and if the speculated figures are confirmed. Vasco holds 60% of the player’s economic rights, while another 10% belong to the agents. Offers below these numbers will not be accepted.

Internally, the club already understands that it will be difficult to convince Rayan and his staff to turn down the English offer. The initial plan was to sell the 19-year-old striker only in the next transfer window or even in the following season.

The board and coaching staff believe that Rayan has the potential to increase his value even more throughout 2026, should he remain at Vasco. There is even the expectation that the youngster will be called up to the Brazilian national team, which would naturally increase his status in the international market.

After the 4-2 victory over Maricá last Thursday, Rayan was cheered by the fans, who chanted “stay” at São Januário. Scoring two goals in the match, the striker also received strong support from coach Fernando Diniz, who publicly positioned himself against a departure at this time.

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Vasco da Gama vs. Maricá for the Campeonato Carioca held at São Januário Stadium on January 15, 2026. Photos: Matheus Lima/Vasco.

– I don’t think it’s the right time for him to leave for any team, for any amount. I say this from a sporting perspective and because of the bond I have with him. If he were my son, I’d tell him never to leave Vasco now. He deserves to stay at Vasco, and Vasco deserves for him to stay — said Diniz.

The coach also highlighted the youngster’s potential and reinforced his desire to keep him in the squad:

– His potential is to be one of the best players in the world. He has everything. I really like him as a person too. Since day one, there’s been a very strong chemistry between us, and I’ll do everything I can to make him stay. I think it’s the best for Rayan, for Vasco, and even for Brazilian football.

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