FC Barcelona has set its sights on one of the great emerging gems of Brazilian soccer, although he plays in a lower league, his great performances have sparked a revolution in his environment. At just 17 years old, he has become one of the sensations of the youth scene in Brazil. His name is starting to resonate strongly in Barça's offices, thanks to a very special recommendation.
Raphinha, current Barça player and former Leeds United player, has been the first to alert the Catalan club about this diamond in the rough. The Brazilian winger has insisted that Barça can't let this opportunity slip away. "He must be signed at all costs," Raphinha himself reportedly commented in internal conversations.
His privileged vision of the talent from his native country has convinced Deco, who already has him completely identified. Deco, Barça's sporting director, has activated his machinery to approach the player's environment. This is Joao Vitor Roraima, a forward who is shining at Ibrachina FC in São Paulo, although the club is not part of the Brazilian elite, its project is respected.
The big clubs in Brazil are fighting over him
Joao Vitor is being followed by giants like Palmeiras, Corinthians, and Flamengo, but his dream is none other than to play at Camp Nou. The young winger stands out for his ability to unbalance, his refined technique, and a smile that inevitably reminds one of Ronaldinho. His style also bears similarities to Raphinha: speed, verticality, and a lot of creativity.
It is no coincidence that in Brazil he is compared to legends of the past, at a media level, he is considered one of the great recent appearances in the formative soccer of the South American country. Joao Vitor Roraima has attracted attention not only for his skills but also for his personality and maturity. Despite his young age, he shows leadership on the field and surprising tactical intelligence.
Tigrinho's experience
In his current team, he is the undisputed figure, and Barça is already studying his incorporation for the next season. His first destination could be Barça Atlètic, in a transition designed for his adaptation to European soccer, the Catalan club knows it must be very alert to his developments. Internal reports are positive, and international area scouts endorse the operation.
The signing of Joao Vitor Roraima would fit into the recruitment policy that FC Barcelona has resumed in recent years. Players like Vitor Roque or Raphinha himself came from Brazil, and the connection with the South American country remains essential. Deco, with extensive knowledge of the Brazilian market, wants to get ahead of everyone.
In the coming days, more concrete moves could occur, Barça intends to finalize his signing after having him train on trial at La Masia. The idea is to prevent the player's price from skyrocketing in case he makes the leap to a Brasileirao club. Joao Vitor, meanwhile, continues to dream of debuting at Camp Nou.