Chelsea will reportedly look to sign 21-year-old Brazilian international Vitor Roque from Palmeiras in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Brazilian outlet Bolavip, Vitor Roque is the subject of interest from Chelsea. The Blues are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a striker in the summer transfer window. So, the 21-year-old Palmeiras centre-forward has emerged as a target for the West London outfit.
The latest report has revealed that the 2024/25 UEFA Europa Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup winners are “preparing a multi-million dollar offer” for Palmeiras, hoping to land the South American attacker in the summer transfer window.
The Vitor Roque renaissance
Vitor Roque has revived his plummeting stock since joining Palmeiras from Barcelona 12 months ago. The 21-year-old arrived in Europe amid hype and fanfare surrounding him after Barcelona broke the bank to secure his services nearly two years ago. However, the youngster never received a fair opportunity from Xavi Hernandez, and the Blaugrana eventually offloaded him after a disappointing spell.
However, the Brazilian striker has landed on his feet at Palmeiras, and he has scored 25 goals and six assists in 69 appearances for Palmeiras thus far. Meanwhile, the young striker’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several well-known clubs. Chelsea will be among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the summer transfer window.
London calling?
Vitor Roque has been on Chelsea’s wishlist for a long time. The continued interest may be somewhat surprising, but it makes sense. Liam Delap has failed to make his mark since joining the West London club from Ipswich Town last summer, and he has also struggled with fitness issues this season.
Recent reports have claimed that a move away from Chelsea may be on the cards for Delap. Additionally, the Blues will cash in on Nicolas Jackson in the summer transfer window. Several candidates have thus emerged on Chelsea’s wishlist, with the former Barcelona striker also a viable target.
The latest report has revealed that the 2024/25 UEFA Europa Conference League and FIFA Club World Cup winners are “preparing a multi-million dollar offer” for Palmeiras, hoping to land the South American attacker in the summer transfer window. So, it will be interesting to see if the 21-year-old Brazilian striker joins Chelsea in the coming months.
