Barcelona sign Brazilian forward Roque on seven-year deal from 2024

Barcelona have reached an agreement to sign Vitor Roque from Club Athletico Paranaense with the Brazilian forward set to join the Spanish champions from the 2024-25 season on a contract until 2031, the LaLiga club said on Wednesday.
Financial details were not disclosed but media reports said Barca agreed a 40 million euros ($44.07 million) fee with 21 million in add-ons for the player seen as the successor to Robert Lewandowski who turns 35 next month.
The 18-year-old has scored 22 goals for Paranaense in 66 appearances, helping them reach the Copa Libertadores final last season.

FC Barcelona signs Vitor Roque! 🇧🇷
— FC Barcelona (@FCBarcelona) July 12, 2023
He earned his first cap for Brazil in March, becoming the youngest ever debutant for the five-times world champions.
“In footballing terms, a centre forward still in development but his adaptability means he can also play on the wing should the situation require,” Barcelona said in a statement.
“An excellent reader of the game he also stands out for his pace and his finishing skills in front of goal.”
Barcelona said they have inserted a buyout clause of 500 million euros into his contract.