From Vasco da Gama to the Premier League in one step
When Bournemouth signed Rayan Vitor Simplicio Rocha from Vasco da Gama, it was the kind of under-the-radar move that the Cherries have built their reputation on. What nobody expected was how quickly the Brazilian would adapt.
In just 15 Premier League appearances, Rayan has scored 5 goals and added 2 assists at a rate of 0.40 goals per 90 minutes. For a 19-year-old winger adapting to a new country, a new language, and the most physically demanding league in world football, those numbers are remarkable.
The scout’s view
The skouted.ai AI rates Rayan’s attacking output at 81, the lead metric driving his OVR of 87. At 187cm and 81kg, he has the physical profile to compete in the Premier League, and his left foot is his wand. He primarily operates as a right winger cutting inside, a role that maximizes his shooting angles while allowing him to use his physicality to protect the ball.
His defensive work rate scores just 23, which is the natural development area. For a teenager whose primary job is creating and scoring goals, that is a fixable issue.
By the numbers
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearances | 15 |
| Goals | 5 |
| Assists | 2 |
| Minutes | 1,119 |
| Goals per 90 | 0.40 |
| Assists per 90 | 0.16 |
| UV Score | 73 (Undervalued) |
| Deal Score | 67 |
Why he is still undervalued
Despite the obvious talent, Rayan’s market value sits between EUR 54M and EUR 66M, which for an OVR 87 teenager with five years left on his contract feels light. The “Bournemouth factor” plays a role here. Players at smaller Premier League clubs do not always get the same market inflation as those at the traditional big six.
But that is exactly what makes him interesting. Any club looking to acquire a ready-made Premier League winger with elite potential will find that Rayan’s combination of age, output, and contract security is hard to match at his current valuation.
The development path
The key for Rayan is consistency. His first season in England has been explosive but sample-size limited. A full season of 30+ appearances with similar output would push his OVR into the 89-90 range and his market value well above EUR 70M.
Bournemouth have pulled off another masterstroke. The question is not whether Rayan is good enough for a bigger club. The question is how long they can keep him.
AI Verdict: Buy
At 19, with an OVR of 87, five years on his contract, and proven Premier League output, Rayan is a premium asset. The current valuation looks like a discount for any top-half club looking to upgrade their wide positions.
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