Pedrinho responds to Bap, denies Leila's role in Vasco SAF negotiations
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 15, 2026, 12:45 AM
Last updated Jun 15, 2026
Pedrinho addressed comments made by Flamengo president Luiz Eduardo Baptista regarding the potential sale of 90% of Vasco's SAF to Marcos Lamacchia, the stepson of Palmeiras president Leila Pereira. Baptista threatened legal action concerning the deal, prompting a rebuttal from Pedrinho, who criticized Bap's involvement in Vasco's affairs and insisted that Leila has no connection to the negotiations. Pedrinho emphasized that any incoming investment would be transparent and legal. He stated that the new investor would soon be announced to club authorities and fans. Leila Pereira reiterated her lack of involvement with Vasco and noted that her term at Palmeiras lasts until December 2027.
- •Pedro highlighted Bap's obsession with Vasco's affairs.
- •Leila Pereira stated she is focused on her role at Palmeiras.
- •Negotiations for Vasco's SAF could reach R$ 2 billion.
- •Pedrinho criticized Bap for not addressing his own club's issues.
- •Club authorities and fans will be informed about the new investor soon.
- 12:45 AMYahoo Sports — Pedrinho hits back at Bap, says Leila not in Vasco SAF deal
"The possible sale of 90% of Vasco’s SAF to Marcos Lamacchia, stepson of Leila Pereira, Palmeiras’ president, became a “hot topic” again this Sunday (14).After Luiz Eduardo Baptista, Flamengo��...
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