Manchester City have completed the signing of Brazilian winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras in a deal worth up to £34.2million. The Blues will pay an initial £32m for the 22-year-old, with a further potential £2.2m in add-ons.
Replacement for Savinho
Allan arrives as a replacement for fellow countryman Savinho, who left City for Tottenham Hotspur in a club-record £75m sale. The winger has signed a contract at the Etihad Stadium until 2031.
Although Allan has not featured for the Brazil national team at any level, City have identified potential in the wideman. He primarily operates on the right flank and is regarded as an effective dribbler while also contributing defensively.
Player and club reaction
After completing his move, Allan said: “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. To be able to sit here today and say I have joined them is the proudest moment of my life. I love Palmeiras and always will – but the decision to come to City was an easy one. I want to be the best footballer I can be and the conversations I’ve had with the people at City so far has convinced me there isn’t a better place for me to fulfil my ambitions. I want to promise the Manchester City fans I will give absolutely everything to make the most of this opportunity. Now the hard work begins. I will give 100% in training and make the best case possible to the manager I should be playing. My intention is to help City continue winning trophies. If I can do that, it would be a dream come true.”
Director of Football on new signing
Director of Football Hugo Viana added: “Allan is a really exciting player, and we think he will be a big addition to the squad. He has shown throughout his short career so far that he will fight to be the best he can be. Coming to Manchester and taking on the challenge of being a City player is another example of that. We watched his progress in Brazil and saw a player that thrives in the big moments and works hard for the team with a superb attitude. Everyone is very happy that he has joined us and we look forward to seeing him grow with City.”
