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‘I would sign him’ - Palmeiras chief confirms interest in Barcelona loanee Vitor Roque

Palmeiras president Leila Pereira has made it clear the club would like to sign Vitor Roque from Barcelona amid speculation about a move.

Vitor Roque is currently on loan at Real Betis but there has been speculation about a return to Brazil before the transfer window closes at the end of the month.

The Palmeiras chief has now opened up on the transfer talk and confirmed that the forward is very much a target.

“If it were up to me, if I could say, I would sign him. However, this is a matter that is not only within my competence.