Former Brazil striker to be repaid money owed to him by Vasco da Gama

Rio de Janeiro: Vasco da Gama have agreed to pay retired football idol Romario $9 million (Dh33 million) in outstanding debt, ending a bitter eight-year row between the striker and his former club.

The amount was agreed upon during a civil hearing here on Tuesday relating to unpaid wages and image rights owed to the 47-year-old during his 2000-02 contract with the Rio outfit.

“The most important thing is that an agreement has been reached between both parties,” Vasco president Roberto Dinamite said, according to Xinhua.

Romario had demanded the payment of $29 million but agreed to reduce the amount after negotiating with the club’s directors.

 

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