Barcelona feel that they will need another star forward to bridge the gap between Robert Lewandowski and Vitor Roque, as things stand, despite dedicating significant resources to the 18-year-old Brazilian during a time of financial strife.
Barcelona moved ahead of time to secure the signing of Vitor Roque in January, bringing him in at just 18 years of age and spending €30m plus €31m in variables on the Brazilian.
This Wednesday, Paris Saint-Germain will welcome FC Barcelona to the Parc des Princes for the opening leg of their UEFA Champions League quarterfinal showdown.
Barcelona forward Vitor Roque has had a discreet arrival in the Catalan capital since arriving for €30m plus €31m-worth of variables in the January transfer window, registering one start, one red card and two goals.
Barcelona coach Xavi is delighted with Robert Lewandowski's current form. Xavi says the Pole can be good for Vitor Roque, who has struggled for action since his January arrival.
It’s been a slightly slow start to life at Barcelona for Vitor Roque, with head coach Xavi Hernandez having chosen to bleed him in very slowly. This has meant that he has not featured too often, although that could change between now and the end of the season.
Agent Andre Cury has detailed how Barcelona are paying the fee of Vitor Roque. The striker joined Barca in January from Athletico Paranaense. "At the moment there's a queue of clubs that would be willing to sign him for 50m.
Vitor Roque is expected to play a key role for Barcelona in the 2023/24 season run in. After reaching an agreement to bring forward his arrival from Athletico Paranaense to January, the 19-year-old has impressed in his early days in Catalonia.
Agent Andre Cury has urged Barcelona to move for Palmeiras superkid Estevao. Cury has just placed Vitor Roque at Barca from Athletico Paranaense in January.
Vitor Roque generated much excitement when he finally joined Barcelona during the winter, although he has struggled to play much since he arrived on Catalonia.
FC Barcelona will face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals. There has been plenty of reaction to this two-leg tie, as players and officials have already weighed in with their thoughts.
Barcelona could be set for a surprise attacking boost for their trip to Naples, as they face Napoli at the Stadio Diego Armando Maradona on Wednesday night.
Because of their ongoing financial problems, Barcelona have had three players on their books that are not yet registered for next season. They are Inigo
Barcelona striker Vitor Roque admits he felt his red card last week was unfair. Roque saw red in the win against Alaves last Sunday. He told Mundo Deportivo, I think the yellow card was unfair, at least the second one, and now I have to serve a penalty.
Aside from Vitor Roque, who arrived six months after officially signing for the club, Barcelona failed to bring anyone in during the winter transfer window.
Barcelona will be down to just two natural forwards against Granada this weekend, as Vitor Roque will miss the match through suspension. The Brazilian received a second yellow for Rafa Marin’s challenge on him against Alaves, which was considered reckless by the referee as his studs caught the central defender.
Barcelona kick off their Champions League knockouts campaign in two weeks’ time when they travel to take on Napoli in the first leg of their last 16 tie.
Spanish journalist Gerard Romero threatened La Liga officials, stating he would reveal a startling VAR audio if Vitor Roque’s red card decision was not overturned.
Barcelona will launch an immediate appeal against Vitor Roque’s La Liga red card at Alaves. The Brazilian teenager was the centre of
Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski was always confident rediscovering his goalscoring touch. Lewandowski struck in victory at Alaves yesterday. He said: "For me as a forward it is important to score.
Barcelona coach Xavi took aim at the match officials after victory at Alaves. Barca won 3-1, with Vitor Roque - but also being sent off on the day. Xavi said: "It was a very demanding and physical field.
Xavi Hernandez has launched another firm criticism of La Liga referees following Barcelona’s 3-1 win at Alaves. La Blaugrana eventually sealed all three points in the Basque Country as Vitor Roque netted a late winner for the visitors.
Vitor Roque scored the first goal of his Barcelona career in a 1-0 win over 10-man Osasuna on Wednesday. The 18-year-old made his sixth appearance for Barca when he came on as a substitute in the 62nd minute.
Brazilian forward Vitor Roque is Barcelona’s first transfer of the season. The Spanish club made a €40 million deal with Brazilian club Athletico-PR to secure a seven-year contract with the 18-year-old.
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