Flamengo and Vasco battle for Premier League keeper John

In the bustling corridors of Rio’s football offices, Flamengo and Vasco have both placed their bids on 30‑year‑old goalkeeper John, the Premier League custodian currently at Nottingham Forest, as they eye the 2027 season. The English club has priced him between €5 million and €7 million, prompting the Brazilian giants to act swiftly.

John lost his place after physical problems saw Matz Sels become the first‑choice goalkeeper. Nottingham Forest have set a valuation of between €5 million and €7 million, roughly R$31.2 million to R$43.7 million, for a permanent transfer. The English side is only willing to negotiate a definitive sale, ruling out any loan arrangement.

The Brazilian international hopes regular playing time will help him regain a spot in the Seleção Brasileira. He first rose to prominence at Botafogo, contributing to the club’s 2024 Brazilian Championship and Copa Libertadores victories. Flamengo are monitoring the market cautiously because River Plate of Argentina have shown strong interest in goalkeeper Agustín Rossi.

Vasco and Flamengo’s strategic moves

Vasco’s investors have approved the search for an experienced goalkeeper to increase competition for the position. Flamengo’s interest in John is precautionary, given the demand from River Plate for Rossi.

Kaio Jorge of Cruzeiro has been direct when speaking about Flamengo. Gabigol has contacted Arrascaeta and Bruno Henrique to discuss a possible return to Flamengo. Grêmio could prevent Flamengo from competing in the 2027 championship, the story noted in the club’s Notícias and reported by ávea News, Por Marcos Eduardo.