Vitor Roque is back on Barcelona’s radar ahead of the January transfer window. The Brazilian striker has caught the eye at Palmeiras, prompting several Premier League clubs to ask about bringing him back to Europe.
Roque joined Barcelona from Athletico Paranaense for an initial €30 million. He later spent time on loan at Real Betis before returning to Brazil in February 2025 on a permanent deal with Palmeiras.
According to reports citing Sport, Manchester United have joined Chelsea, Tottenham and Everton in tracking the 21-year-old. All four clubs have contacted the player’s camp to ask about the terms of a potential deal, while his agent, André Cury, has confirmed Everton’s interest.
Palmeiras want at least €50 million to open negotiations, with Roque under contract until December 2029. Barcelona sporting director Deco is monitoring developments because of a sell-on clause included in the deal that took the striker to Palmeiras.
The clause entitles Barcelona to 10% of the transfer fee if Roque is sold for less than €35 million. Their share rises to 15% for a fee of at least €35 million but below €41 million, and to 20% from €41 million upwards.
Barcelona would therefore receive €10 million if Palmeiras sold Roque for €50 million. That would come on top of the original fee for his return to Brazil, which Cadena SER reported at the time as €25.5 million guaranteed plus €5 million in add-ons.
The next step depends on whether one of the English clubs is willing to make an offer close to Palmeiras’ valuation. So far, the clubs have only asked about the terms of a deal, and Roque’s long-term contract gives Palmeiras room to hold firm on their asking price.
