Richarlison's short‑term plan thwarts Vasco's long‑term offer
In the cramped office of Vasco da Gama’s sporting director, the clock ticked down to the final minutes of the Brazilian transfer window as Richarlison’s agent sent a final email. The striker told the club he would not sign a long‑term deal, ending talks on the last day of the window after Vasco had floated a purchase offer of up to 20 million euros.
Vasco had tried to sign Richarlison following his marginalisation at Tottenham and indicated a willingness to pay up to 20 million euros for his economic rights. The club’s hierarchy believed a three‑year‑and‑a‑half contract would secure the forward for the medium term.
Richarlison, however, insisted on a contract only until December, wanting the freedom to choose his next club from January. He made clear that a longer commitment did not fit his career plan, prompting the stalemate that saw the deal collapse.
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Financial terms and contract clash
While the club’s initial figure reached 20 million euros, a later proposal mentioned a fixed fee of 15 million euros plus 5 million euros in bonuses if performance targets were met. Tottenham, the English side that still held Richarlison’s registration, refused to loan the player because it had already reached FIFA’s maximum number of loan transactions.
Tottenham also declined to terminate the contract amicably, but indicated willingness to sell the economic rights if a price could be agreed. Richarlison’s representatives then filed a unilateral termination request, catching Vasco’s hierarchy by surprise.
Vasco must find new attackers
With the deadline now passed, Vasco da Gama must turn its attention to other offensive options in the few remaining hours of the window. The club’s scouting department is expected to prioritise alternatives that can be secured before the market closes.