Vitor Roque, a young Brazilian forward, has opened up about the difficulties he faced upon joining FC Barcelona. The 19-year-old, who previously played for Athletico Paranaense, revealed that he learned of his move to Spain only a week before it happened, leaving him with little time to adjust to his new environment. Despite these initial challenges, Roque expressed gratitude for his time at the club, viewing the experience as a valuable learning opportunity.
Transfer and Loan Details
Barcelona confirmed Roque’s transfer fee on 14 November 2024, following his earlier loan to Real Betis, which was discussed by Barcelona’s sporting director, Deco, in September. Roque’s loan move to Real Betis was officially announced on 26 August 2024, as part of his development plan.
Role at Barcelona
Roque’s arrival at Barcelona was expedited, as explained by manager Xavi in May 2024. Recently, Roque has been identified as a potential replacement for the injured Gavi, highlighting his importance to the team’s current strategy.