Vasco in talks for Getafe’s Arambarri, eyeing loan move | OneFootball

Vasco has recalibrated its sights in the international transfer market and already has a new top target to strengthen the midfield. After negotiations for Santiago Sosa stalled due to high costs, the Cruzmaltino board began talks to sign Uruguayan midfielder Mauro Arambarri, who belongs to Getafe of Spain. The information was released by the NTVascaínos profile, which indicates that although negotiations are not yet at an advanced stage, the first contact was considered very positive by both parties.

At 30 years old, Arambarri has long been sought after by South American clubs, but has remained in Europe in recent years. This time, however, the project presented by Vasco pleased the player and his staff, who view a return to the continent to play for a Brazilian football giant in 2026 very favorably.

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Vasco wants a loan with a purchase option

The financial strategy proposed by Vasco follows the budget responsibility model adopted by SAF in this transfer window. The board’s intention is to secure Arambarri’s arrival on a loan deal, with a purchase option clause set at the end of the contract.

This format allows the club to have a European-level player without the immediate outlay of a large sum to acquire his economic rights, spreading the investment over salaries and evaluating the athlete’s performance before a permanent purchase. Getafe, the club where the Uruguayan has played since 2018, is still analyzing the proposal, but the player’s desire could be a trump card to unlock his departure from Spain.

Arambarri is a great player for Getafe – Photo: Getafe Publicity

The alternative to Santiago Sosa

The pursuit of Arambarri is a direct response to the frustration in negotiations for Santiago Sosa, from Racing. While the Argentine’s operation was considered costly, the Uruguayan emerges as a viable market opportunity and has been technically approved by performance analysis.

If Sosa was seen as a playmaker, Arambarri brings the element of “grit” and leadership. Vasco understands that the squad needs players with a winning profile and strong mentality to withstand the pressure of the season, and the Uruguayan fits this description perfectly. Talks are ongoing and the coming days will be decisive in turning this interest into a formalized and signed proposal.

Who is Mauro Arambarri?

Mauro Arambarri is the typical Uruguayan midfielder that Vasco fans love: intense, a relentless marker, and with good tactical awareness. Discovered by Defensor Sporting (URU), he was transferred early to French football, where he played for Bordeaux. After a brief stint at Boston River-URU, he arrived in Spain to play for Getafe in 2018 and became a club icon in La Liga.

He has spent almost eight years playing in the Spanish first division, facing opponents like Real Madrid and Barcelona. This experience in one of the most competitive leagues in the world brings the “toughness” that coach Fernando Diniz wants for the midfield. Arambarri is not just a ball-winner; he has a powerful long-range shot and quality in short passing, qualities that allow him to play both as a defensive midfielder and as a more combative second midfielder.

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