Real Betis Brings Vitor Roque Onboard Without A Fear Clause

Real Betis Welcomes Vitor Roque

The Brazilian forward Vitor Roque arrived in Seville around 11 PM this Saturday to finalize the last steps for his loan to Real Betis from Barcelona. Following a week of negotiations that began with the Betis sporting director, including Joaquín Sánchez visiting the player's home to convince him to sign with Betis, a happy ending desired by the Heliopolitan entity has been achieved.

Details of the Transfer Agreement

As this newspaper reported on August 21, the azulgrana club ultimately decided to respect the will of the Brazilian forward, who wished to continue playing in La Liga, specifically with the verdiblanco team that has made a strong push for him, appealing greatly to the player.

• The two clubs finalized an agreement that, while conditional, is essentially a straightforward loan.
• Real Betis has the option for a second year of the loan unless Barcelona wishes to reclaim him next summer.
• Betis can purchase 80% of Roque's rights for 25 million euros, though Barça could buy him back for 27.5 million.

The most noteworthy aspect of the agreement is that Vitor Roque will not have a ‘fear clause’. Thus, if Pellegrini considers it appropriate and Roque is in shape, he can face Barcelona in La Liga in December and April, and possibly in the Copa del Rey if matched up.

Pellegrini's Contentment with Team Planning

The Chilean coach seems pleased with the planning conducted by Real Betis this summer. At least, that is the impression from his comments, as he believes the squad will be complete and competitive upon the striker's arrival. The forefront player will be Vitor Roque, and Pellegrini's satisfaction contains one caveat: that no one departs the team.