Recently, Palmeiras forward Vitor Roque, who has been called up to the Brazilian national team by Carlo Ancelotti, addressed the media at a press conference.
Vitor Roque has rediscovered at Palmeiras all the confidence he lost during his initial European experiences – whether at Barcelona or Betis. In Brazil, he is gradually re-establishing himself as one of the world's most promising forwards. The reward has been a call-up to Ancelotti's national team. Should he seize this opportunity, its value could be no less than a ticket to the 2026 World Cup. The centre-forward position remains a particular weakness for the Samba Army.
He now even scores bicycle kicks, a clear sign of a player feeling comfortable and at ease. Ahead of the friendly against Senegal, he spoke to the media and revealed his aspirations. "My dream is to return to Europe and readjust to the pace there," he stated. God willing, I'll keep focusing on the present and giving my all at Palmeiras – that's my immediate goal... but in the future, I will return to Europe. I went there too early; every player dreams of playing for a club like Barcelona, and that experience taught me a lot. Returning to Brazilian football isn't a step back – quite the opposite. Sometimes you have to take a step back to move forward."
He also spoke of his excitement at receiving Carlo Ancelotti's call and their brief telephone conversation: "I used to watch him on television. He did briefly discuss his coaching philosophy with me. Our conversation was short, without specifics about what I should or shouldn't do, but in training he makes clear demands of the two strikers. I hope to continue doing my job well at Palmeiras and fight for a place in the final squad."