Vitor Roque, the young Brazilian forward, could be leaving Barcelona on loan this summer, as the club and his representatives navigate differing views on his immediate future. Despite his agent Andre Cury’s insistence that a loan move is off the table, Barcelona’s Sporting Director Deco is actively exploring this option.

According to reports from Barca Reservat, Deco is considering several potential destinations for Roque, with Las Palmas emerging as a favored option, contingent on their stay in La Liga.

The 19-year-old forward is seen as a good fit for Las Palmas, particularly due to coach Francisco Javier Garcia Pimienta’s familiarity with Barcelona’s style of play and his successful implementation of a similar possession-based system at Las Palmas. Garcia Pimienta’s recent work with Julian Araujo, another young talent, has been positive, reinforcing the potential benefits of Roque’s development under his guidance.

Roque’s transfer to Barcelona last year for an initial fee of €30 million, potentially rising to €61 million with variables, has been met with criticism given the club’s financial struggles. The scrutiny has intensified discussions around Roque’s performance and future at the club, turning the situation into a contentious issue for both Deco and coach Xavi Hernandez.

Barcelona has reportedly received multiple loan offers for Roque, highlighting the interest in the young striker’s potential despite the mixed reception to his tenure at the club so far. The decision on whether Roque will stay or go on loan, and where he might end up, remains a key topic of discussion within Barcelona’s management, with further talks with agent Cury anticipated to resolve the ongoing debate.

As the summer transfer window approaches, all eyes will be on Barcelona to see how they manage Roque’s situation, which could have significant implications for the club’s strategic and financial planning.