Allan: Man City sign Palmeiras winger for £34m
Manchester City has signed 22-year-old Brazilian winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras for a fee of up to £34.2 million. The transfer is part of a significant summer squad overhaul for the club.
Why it matters
This move reflects the high-stakes financial nature of elite European football and the ongoing trend of Premier League clubs investing in young South American talent.
Image source, Getty Images Image caption, Allan was named the best breakthrough player in the Brazilian top flight in 2025
Manchester City have signed winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras in a deal worth up to £34.2m.
City have paid an initial £32m plus £2.2m in add-ons for the 22-year-old Brazilian, who has signed a five-year contract.
Allan is a direct replacement for compatriot Savio, who completed a £75m move to Tottenham Hotspur last week.
The right-sided winger scored nine goals and provided 12 assists in 96 appearances in all competitions for Brazilian top-flight side Palmeiras after progressing through the club's youth system.
"This is a surreal moment for me. Manchester City , with everything they have won over the past 15 years, are one of the most attractive clubs in the world for players," Allan said.
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