Vitor Roque could arrive at Barcelona sooner than expected

Andre Cury spoke to 'Mundo Deportivo' on Sunday about the signing of Vitor Roque to FC Barcelona. The Athletico Paranaense striker will arrive at Barcelona in 2024 under the terms of his contract.

However, the player's agent assured us that an early arrival in Spain "is not impossible": "Any kind of early departure is not impossible, but it's something that needs to be discussed and proposed with them because they play in two competitions, the Liga Brasileirao and the Libertadores. I can't say whether it's possible or impossible.

Andre Cury praised Vitor Roque's level, who at just 18 years of age has a brilliant future ahead of him: "He's extremely competitive, hard-working and always has the goal in mind. He's not lazy when it comes to work. If he has to hurt himself, he does; if he has to run without the ball, he runs. He works hard and offers the game; he'll always be there to help. He's ready to play and he's very strong mentally, even though he's only 18. I think he's going to give the 'Cules' a lot of joy.

Despite interest from third parties, 'Tigrinho' has always been clear about his decision to join Barcelona: "There have been many teams who have made offers for him, which is normal in football, but Vitor has always had Barca in mind. I've always spoken to him about Barcelona, we've been talking to the club for five years and we've made every possible effort, including financial ones, to be able to wear this shirt and succeed here. This is the world of football and we know that if he plays well, everything else comes naturally.

Finally, Andre Cury said that Vitor Roque could make his mark at the Spotify Camp Nou: "I think so. He's the right age and he's ready. I think he can succeed at Barca and mark an era.