RIO DE JANEIRO, Nov. 10 (Xinhua) -- Vasco da Gama is set to exercise an option to sign defender Cuiabano on a permanent deal, according to Brazilian media reports.
Cuiabano has established himself as a key figure in Vasco's squad since arriving on a 10-month loan from Nottingham Forest in February.
The Rio de Janeiro club has submitted a seven-million-euro bid to secure the left-back on a long-term contract, news outlet Globo Esporte reported.
It added the 23-year-old has also attracted interest from European clubs, though his priority is to remain in Brazil.
Cuiabano has made 36 appearances across all competitions for Vasco this season, scoring one goal and providing six assists. ■
