New York City from the MLS has made an offer for Lucas Freitas, a 25-year-old Brazilian-Portuguese defender from Vasco. Freitas's contract is valid until the end of 2027. The American club proposed a one-year loan with a purchase option to the player's representatives. The decision to release the player belongs to Vasco, and discussions are expected in the coming days.
However, Vasco plans to first establish its next technical commission to manage planning and potential negotiations. The club is considering player departures in the next transfer window to lower its wage bill and create budget space. Freitas joined Vasco in January 2025 and has played in 2 matches during the 2025/2026 Série A season. According to Transfermarkt, his current market value is €1.00m. He has also been linked with Shandong Taishan in the past.
