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Vitória Guimarães are close to signing Fabio Blanco from Marítimo. Blanco is a Spanish winger who used to play for Barcelona B. The deal could be worth up to €2 million. This is a quick move for Blanco, who only joined Marítimo in January 2025.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Fabio Blanco, 21, is set to join Vitória Guimarães after just three months at Marítimo. The initial transfer fee is €1.2 million, but it could reach €2 million with bonuses. Marítimo’s director, João Moura, believed in Blanco, and the team will get back their investment quickly. Blanco played well in his short time at Marítimo, catching the attention of one of the big Primeira Liga clubs.
VITÓRIA GUIMARÃES AND MARÍTIMO: SEASON SO FAR
Vitória Guimarães are having a good season in 2024/25. They are fifth in the Primeira Liga standings, and they are trying to qualify for Europe. They want to catch up to fourth-placed Braga. Marítimo have not done as well. They are playing in Liga Portugal 2 after being relegated last year. They want to get back to the top league. Blanco has been one of their best players. His leaving is both a loss and a financial bonus for Marítimo.
WHAT COMES NEXT?
Vitória Guimarães are getting ready for a league game against Estoril, who are in the middle of the table. They are three points behind Braga and two points ahead of Famalicão. Every game is important in their fight for European spots. Blanco is expected to bring more options and creativity to the team as they aim for the finish line at the end of the season. Marítimo will use the transfer money to get new players to help them try for promotion next season.
