The future of Vitor Roque, a headache for FC Barcelona

Published:5/10/2024 - 23:19h

Updated:5/10/2024 - 23:19h

FC Barcelona is beginning to worry about the future of Vitor Roque. The Brazilian has not yet convinced Betis and his transfer is already generating serious doubts for the 'verdiblancos'

Vitor Roque will face his first decisive match with Real Betis this Sunday. The forward on loan from FC Barcelona could remain on the bench during the Seville derby, something that could be decisive for his future in the 'green and white' team. Although 'Tigrinho' generated many expectations for the fans and the coaching staff, his lack of aim and character is beginning to generate serious doubts about his future in the institution.

And, in 6 games (2 as a starter), Timóteo's man has barely been able to score against Leganés. There are 303 minutes in total, with several very weak performances (especially against Getafe and Mallorca) and multiple clear wasted opportunities. Coach Manuel Pellegrini is still confident that, when Vitor manages to gain enough confidence in the area, the goals will begin to arrive, but this process may take longer than the Betic team is in a position to expect.

"He is young, but he had been working in Barcelona for many months without playing and little by little he is getting ready for football. It is more a question of precision than physicality," explained the Chilean coach about the Brazilian after the match against Getafe, where played 86 minutes. Betis remains in the middle of the standings, but has barely scored 8 goals in the same number of league games. The lack of a goal is the team's main problem and, if Roque cannot do the job, it will be very difficult for him to stay.

Barça begins to worry about Vitor Roque

In that sense, Barça is beginning to fear the return of 'Tigrinho' much earlier than expected. The culés negotiated his departure on loan for one year plus another optional year, both with the possibility of a transfer for 25 million euros. Barça, if the sale is closed, reserves 20% of the sporting rights of the former Athlético Paranaense, but the negotiation may come to nothing in the summer of 2025 if, in the end, Vitor fails to complete a good season. The course is just beginning, but the sensations, for now, are not the best for the future.