Vasco da Gama is considering Mehdi Taremi as a top target for their attack and has made initial contacts to explore the conditions for a potential deal. The club's plan includes offering a one-year contract with an option for renewal for another season, conditional on achieving certain sporting goals. The financial policy of the Brazilian club may be a significant obstacle in the negotiations. Mercado da Bola reported on July 27, 2026, that Vasco is negotiating the signing of the Iranian striker Mehdi Taremi, who is a former Porto player.

Globo.com reports that Vasco is interested in signing Mehdi Taremi to reinforce their squad, and that while the Iranian forward is on the club's list of desired players, he is not interested in playing in Brazilian football at this moment. Taremi has the approval of Vasco's football board and is known to director Admar Lopes and coach Pedro Emanuel. Another difficult aspect would be matching the high salary that Mehdi Taremi earns in Europe.

Press TV Sports has reported that Vasco da Gama submitted an official offer for Olympiacos striker Mehdi Taremi, and that the proposal is being reviewed. The financial details of the offer were not disclosed. The outcome of the proposal will be determined by the offer's amount, the player's wishes, and the transfer plans of Olympiacos. Neither Olympiacos nor Vasco da Gama has confirmed the proposal, and the information is from a media report.

According to Sport FM, Vasco da Gama is giving serious consideration to acquiring Mehdi Taremi and has included the Iranian international striker among its main options. After returning from his World Cup duties, Taremi played one half in Olympiacos's friendly against AZ Alkmaar. His name has been associated with clubs from Brazil, England, Italy, Turkey, and Saudi Arabia. A potential agreement with Vasco da Gama would allow Olympiacos to sign a new striker.