Report have it that Arsenal are desperate to secure the signature of Brazilian sensation Vitor Roque, say reports, but they face competition from Barcelona.
Although Roque was one of the stars of the South American Under-20 Championship this month, finishing as joint-top scorer alongside Chelsea new boy Andrey Santos as the Selecao claimed the title.
According to Spanish outlet AS(opens in new tab), who named Roque in their team of the tournament, the Athletico Paranaense striker’s future lies in Europe.
According to our Sport correspondant saying Arsenal and Barcelona are said to be “willing to do anything” for Roque, although they’re unlikely to be the only clubs who were impressed by the 17-year-old.
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The South American U-20 Championship in Colombia concluded on Sunday, when Brazil defeated Uruguay 2-0 to finish top of the final group stage and clinch the trophy.
Report have it that Roque scored six goals in eight appearances at the tournament to share the Golden Boot with his compatriot Santos.
The striker joined Athletico Paranaense from Cruzeiro last year and quickly made an impact, helping the club from Curitiba reach the Copa Libertadores final.
Roque scored six goals in eight appearances at the tournament to share the Golden Boot with his compatriot Santos.
The striker joined Athletico Paranaense from Cruzeiro last year and quickly made an impact, helping the club from Curitiba reach the Copa Libertadores final.
