@solideagle
I wouldn’t be 100% certain when it’s a Nomura answer.
He has a way of keeping secrets by talking in “code”.
This is his response, which absolutely could mean both Vincent and Cid, but we actually don’t get a clear answer, therefore my response to you before:
“Nomura: The original party members are all present in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. In the previous title, Final Fantasy VII Remake, Red XIII became an accompanying member in the second half of the game, but he will become an official, playable party member starting from Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. Similarly, there are characters who are accompanying members in Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, that will become official party members in the next title.”