Vasco da Gama officially announced the transfer of Joao Victor to CSKA Mosca. Joao Victor requested the transfer after receiving a Russian offer, influenced by economic aspects and tensions with Vasco fans. The initial offer from CSKA was around 4 million euros, later increased to 5 million including bonuses. Vasco will retain 25% on future resale of the player. The transfer was mediated by agent Paulo Pitombeira. Despite initial opposition from coach Fernando Diniz and management, Joao Victor accepted the move due to pressures and threats received from fans.

Central defender João Victor will arrive in Moscow on August 16 to sign a four-year contract with CSKA, as reported by journalist Vene Casagrande on social media platform X. CSKA will pay €4.5 million for the 27-year-old player in three installments: €2.5 million upfront and the remaining amount in two further stages. Victor has been with Vasco da Gama since January 2024 and has a contract until the end of 2028. Transfermarkt values him at €5 million.

The transfer of central defender João Victor from Vasco da Gama to CSKA Moscow is nearing completion. Official confirmation of this transfer is anticipated in the coming days, as O Janeiro reported, referencing insights from journalist Rodrigo Silverio. The Brazilian club is weighing an offer of €4.5 million from the red-blue team for full ownership rights to the 27-year-old Brazilian player, who became a part of Vasco in January 2024. In the current season, Victor has participated in 16 matches in the Brazilian championship and has scored one goal. His contract with the club is valid until December 2028. According to Transfermarkt, the player's market value stands at €5 million.