Néiser Villarreal has been linked with Vasco Da Gama in recent months. There were talks in various media about an agreement between Millonarios and Vasco Da Gama, but the player's representatives have blocked the operations. Villarreal's contract with Millonarios ends in December, and his agents prefer him to move as a free agent to receive a higher financial benefit.

Futbolred reports on Atlético de Madrid's imminent signing of Neyser Villarreal, amid earlier interest from Vasco da Gama. Vasco da Gama showed interest in Neyser Villarreal following his performance in the South American U-20 Championship. However, it seems that Atlético de Madrid has won the race to sign him. The transfer to Vasco da Gama is unlikely as the deal with Atlético de Madrid is almost complete.

Neyser Villarreal's agents previously halted an agreement between Millonarios and Vasco da Gama for his transfer.

There was a previously negotiated transfer between the clubs for Neiser Villarreal to join Vasco da Gama. However, this transfer was rejected by the player's side after the U20 South American Championship.