Bournemouth sign Brazilian striker Rayan and Greek goalkeeper Christos Mandas

Bournemouth have signed striker Rayan from Vasco da Gama for an initial £24.7m on a five-and-a-half year deal which also includes £5.6m in potential add-ons.

The Cherries saw off competition from a number of other European sides as well as clubs in Saudi Arabia and Russia to sign the 19-year-old Brazilian.

It is Bournemouth‘s joint-second biggest transfer after the £32m they paid to sign Rayan’s compatriot and fellow striker Evanilson from Porto in 2024.

Rayan moves to the south coast as a replacement for attacker Antoine Semenyo, who joined Manchester City for around £65m earlier this month.

The teenager is primarily a left‑footed centre‑forward but can play on either flank. The Brazil under-20 international scored 14 goals in 34 Brazilian top‑flight matches last season.

“I am happy and honoured to be here, especially with the sporting project they developed for me,” he said.

Tiago Pinto, Bournemouth‘s president of football operations added: “Rayan has already shown impressive consistency and maturity for his age.

“We believe he has enormous potential, and Bournemouth is the right environment for him to continue his development and make an impact. I’m excited to have him as part of our team, as we continue to reinvest in the squad.”