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Barcelona agree to make Vitor Rique second richest Brazilian transfer EVER

Athletico Paranaense striker Vitor Roque is a step away from joining Barcelona.

Globo says the move will make Roque the second richest sale in domestic Brazilian football history.

Under pressure from the likes of Manchester United, PSG and Newcastle United, Barca are pushing the boat out to sign Roque.

Barca will pay £40m up front plus a further €13m in commissions to agents and family members.

But it doesn't end there, as Barca will also pay a further €21m in bonuses to Athletico Paranaense. As such, should Roque fulfill all expectations, Barca will pay a massive €74m.

The richest ever Brazilian transfer also involved Barca when they paid €90m to Santos for Neymar.

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