Manchester City appears to be progressing toward acquiring Brazilian winger Allan from Palmeiras, addressing a gap on the right flank in manager Enzo Maresca’s lineup. According to reports from Brazilian media, the Premier League club is prepared to invest approximately €42 million to secure the talented attacker. The proposed structure includes a fixed fee of €37.5 million with additional performance-based payments making up the remainder of the total package.
Allan possesses the technical qualities Maresca seeks in a winger, combining excellent dribbling ability and pace during attacking phases with a strong work ethic when defending. Palmeiras initially resisted selling their key players, but Allan’s determination to join City combined with the club’s financial resources have shifted negotiations. The exclusion of Allan from Palmeiras’ upcoming fixture against Vasco da Gama suggests the deal is nearing completion.
The potential acquisition would represent City’s first significant move to fill multiple squad vacancies before the transfer window closes on September 1st. Beyond the right wing position, manager Maresca also seeks midfield reinforcements and potentially another striker depending on Omar Marmoush’s future at the club.
If the Allan transfer materializes, it could signal the beginning of an active final stretch in the transfer window for City. The deal would allow the club to reinvest funds from other sales as they continue reshaping their squad under Maresca’s management.
Originally reported by Sports.yahoo →
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