FC Barcelona legend makes a bold claim, saying Roque would prove Barca wrong
- Vitor Roque is close to joining Real Betis on loan for the next few seasons.
- Rivaldo makes a bold claim, remarking the youngster would prove FC Barcelona wrong.
FC Barcelona has been actively involved in player sales during the transfer window for the last few weeks. While the club has made a few successful sales, the Blaugrana club still needs some young prodigies to leave the club to register Dani Olmo. In particular, as per the current scenario, Barca would have many expectations from Roque's deal to ease out space in the salary limit.
As per recent reports from The Athletic, Real Betis are in advanced talks with Barcelona over finalizing Vitor Roque's deal. The report acknowledges that the clubs are working on a one-year loan, which would include the option of a second year and an option to buy. With talks in the final stages, the official agreement is expected to be made soon.
Rivaldo makes a bold claim, saying Roque would prove Barca wrong
Not only would a possible move by Roque facilitate Barca's pathway to register Dani Olmo, but it also guarantees Roque the game time that he was going to miss out on at Barca. While Roque's deal sounds significant both from the Blaugrana club's perspective and for Roque's future, a recent statement from FC Barcelona icon Rivaldo has taken social media by storm.
Speaking about Vitor Roque nearing a move to Barca's La Liga rivals, Betis, Rivaldo remarked,
""Vitor Roque will prove that Barça was wrong about him. He has everything to make his time at Betis a success, with minutes and the support of a great fan base.""
- Rivaldo
While it is certainly true that the youngster didn't enjoy the support of the Culers after a few disappointing performances, it is yet to see what Roque can potentially achieve. Analyzing the Brazilian forward's stats at FC Barcelona, Roque had 2 goals in his 16 appearances during his debut season at the club.
Apart from a few magic moments, Roque hadn't enjoyed a significant form at the club. Moreover, even after Xavi's exit, who seemed not to entrust the forward anymore, Roque didn't deliver up to his potential in Barcelona's US Preseason tour. The forward seemed much more confused about his role in the Barcelona setup.
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Thus, while it is impossible to predict Roque's future at Real Betis, Barca's decision to loan him isn't much wrong. As per reports, Vitor Roque is expected to be a significant starter for Betis, and thus the forward will have ensured game time to justify his talent in La Liga again.
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