Brighton targets Brazilian defender Vitao amid interest from top clubs
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 5:50 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
Brighton is pursuing Brazilian defender Vitao, currently with Atletico Mineiro, amid competition from Real Madrid and Barcelona. At 18, Vitao has garnered attention after nine league appearances this season. Brighton aims to solidify their reputation for spotting young talent early, and they are prepared to make a significant bid for the player, whose market value is around £12 million. Atletico Mineiro hopes to retain him until summer 2027, complicating Brighton's efforts to secure a transfer.
- •Vitao is attracting interest from multiple European clubs, including Real Madrid and Barcelona.
- •He has made nine league appearances and scored once for Atletico Mineiro this season.
- •Brighton is reportedly prepared to make a serious move for Vitao.
- •Atletico Mineiro values Vitao at around £12 million.
- •Vitao is under contract until 2028, complicating any potential transfer.
- 5:50 PMYahoo Sports — Brighton are in the race to sign Brazilian defender
"Brighton Transfer News: Vitao Interest Shows Seagulls Mean BusinessBrighton are positioning themselves in one of the more eye-catching emerging talent races in the market, with TeamTalk reporting that...
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