Facundo Colidio is set to be presented officially on Friday, marking the latest development in his transfer to Vasco da Gama. The Argentine forward has been impressing in his initial tests at the club's training centre, Moacyr Barbosa. Colidio's versatility and profile were key factors in the club's decision to sign him, with the director of football, Admar Lopes, and director of technical affairs, Felipe, both backing the move.
Colidio's initial role was expected to be as a left winger, forming a trio with Brenner as the central striker and Andrés Gómez on the right. However, Brenner's ligament injury, which is expected to keep him out for around a month, has changed the scenario and given Colidio an opportunity to play in a more central role. The Argentine has been showing speed, the ability to attack spaces, and good finishing skills in his initial training sessions, which are exactly the attributes that Vasco da Gama is looking for in the market to reinforce their team.
The club is also evaluating wingers with finishing skills and the ability to reach the area, as well as centre-forwards who can provide a different attacking option. Vasco da Gama's search for a new striker to reinforce their team continues, with Jhon Córdoba being a target, but the negotiation was difficult due to the high transfer value. The club is now looking at other options, including players who can play in different positions.
Colidio is set to be tested as a centre-forward by Pedro Emanuel in the upcoming games, and he may get his first big opportunity as a reference player in the match against Santos on Sunday.