The transfer saga surrounding Barcelona’s young talent Vitor Roque is heating up, with Lazio emerging as a notable contender for his signature this summer. According to SPORT, the Serie A club are eyeing the 19-year-old Brazilian, who has found limited opportunities at Barcelona since his January arrival from Athletico Paranaense.

Despite his high hopes of becoming Barcelona’s future star, Roque’s tenure at the Camp Nou has been underwhelming. With only 353 minutes across 16 appearances and two goals to his name, his frustration is palpable, particularly after missing out on the Brazilian squad for the 2024 Copa America.

Lazio’s interest comes as no surprise, especially with veteran striker Ciro Immobile nearing the twilight of his career. The Biancocelesti initially targeted Mason Greenwood, but after Marseille swooped in, they shifted their focus to Roque. However, Lazio isn’t alone in this pursuit, as Napoli also shows interest in the versatile attacker.

With multiple suitors, Vitor Roque has significant decisions to make regarding his future. Lazio offers an exciting prospect, but competition from other clubs will make this a transfer story to watch closely as the summer window unfolds. Where Roque lands could significantly impact his career trajectory and the interested clubs’ fortunes in the 2024/25 season.