Vasco and São Paulo chase rival midfielder: “Libertadores champion” | OneFootball

Vasco da Gama is keeping an eye on market opportunities to strengthen its squad in 2026 and has set its sights on a player currently active in Rio de Janeiro football. According to recent reports – and confirmed by Papo na Colina – the Cruz-Maltino is interested in signing midfielder Lima, who currently plays for Fluminense.

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Vasco faces competition from São Paulo

The negotiation will not be simple, as there is an ongoing dispute. São Paulo has already opened talks with the player and considered him an advanced target behind the scenes a few days ago. The player is represented by Giuliano Bertolucci, an influential agent who was waiting for a proposal from Arab football — which has not materialized so far — thus opening the door for interest from Brazilian clubs.

The midfielder is very useful for the rival – Photo: Lucas Merçon / Fluminense

“Workhorse” profile and background

Lima is seen in the market as a “free, hard-working, and low-profile” player, characteristics that attract clubs seeking efficient squad players without too much spotlight. Versatile, he can play both centrally and out wide.

At the Laranjeiras rival for three years, Lima has participated in the victorious campaigns of the Campeonato Carioca, the Libertadores, and the Recopa Sudamericana. Born in Araçatuba, he began his career at Grêmio and has had stints with Mallorca (Spain), Al-Wasl (United Arab Emirates), and Ceará, where he stood out between 2019 and 2022.

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