Vasco sign unknown player, manager says: ‘No idea who he is’ | OneFootball

Vasco da Gama has secured the signing of another young South American talent. However, the player's arrival is shrouded in mystery and suggests a move focused on the future. The player in question is midfielder Brayan Grance, 18 years old, from Olimpia, Paraguay. The surprise, however, came from the reaction of coach Fernando Diniz, who stated he doesn't even know the athlete.

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Paraguayan press confirms the deal and the “coup”

The news of the signing came from the Paraguayan press. Journalist Chipi Vera, from ABC Deportes, reported that Vasco “outmaneuvered” São Paulo and closed the deal with the player. The agreement would be a one-year loan, with a purchase option set at the end of the period.

The negotiation, therefore, represents a victory for Vasco's scouting department over a direct rival in the young talent market.

Main team coach claims to be unaware of the athlete

Despite the news from Paraguay, coach Fernando Diniz was caught by surprise. When questioned about the reinforcement by journalist Sérgio Kind, from the channel Atenção Vascaínos, the coach was straightforward. He said he “doesn't even know who he is.”

Diniz's statement helps clarify the situation. It is believed that Brayan Grance is not arriving to be an immediate solution for the main team. The signing would be a strategic move by the management, aiming to strengthen the Under-20 team. The goal is to develop the player in-house, with the possibility of integrating him into the professional squad in the future, as a long-term investment.

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