At just 18 years old, Vitor Roque has already established himself as one of the great Brazilian talents of his generation. Despite a contrasting 2023 season, his extraordinary performances earned him a nomination for the prestigious Samba Gold Award in the under-20 category. Portrait of a nugget with exceptional abilities.
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Early revelation on the pitch
Starting at Paranaense, Vítor Roque made a lasting impression by being voted the best prospect in the Brazilian Championship thanks to 12 goals and 6 assists in 29 matches. He also led Brazil to qualification for the U20 World Cup by finishing as top scorer in the South American qualifiers.
An injury didn"t stop him
Victim of a ruptured ankle ligament in September, Vítor Roque had to take a forced 3-month break. Despite this, he remains the player with the best goal contribution among the under-20s this year, proof of his constant impact.
FC Barcelona's total priority in January is to register Vitor Roque.
From •• [@ffpolo]#fcblive 🇧🇷 pic.twitter.com/oxGSjztBva
— Goal Universe (@goaluniverse) October 9, 2023
A golden future is emerging
Announced at FC Barcelona in July, his transfer was temporarily postponed due to financial difficulties. Whatever happens, his precocious talent makes him one of the world"s future stars.
At only 18 years old, Vitor Roque is already shining in Brazilian football. He deserves your vote on the Samba Gold website for the Samba Gold Award, testimony to his exceptional rise. Also discover the other great hopes highlighted, guarantees of great promise for the football of tomorrow.
