{
  "id": 2738310,
  "title": "A Brazilian winger looks to be edging closer to a move to Manchester City",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/23/a-brazilian-winger-looks-to-be-edging-closer-to-a-move-to-manchester",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-23T06:40:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/brazilian-winger-looks-edging-closer-064000289.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester City is reportedly closing in on signing Brazilian winger Allan from Palmeiras to bolster their squad. Enzo Maresca’s team is in desperate need of a right-wing player, and Allan possesses the attributes required, including exceptional dribbling ability and speed. Out of possession, he is hardworking and eager to help his team. According to Estadão, Manchester City is prepared to pay a total fee of €42 million (£35.9 million), with the remainder spread across add-ons. It is rumored that Palmeiras was initially hesitant to sell any of their key players, but Allan's desire to join Manchester City and City’s financial might have altered the situation. Moreover, Allan has been omitted from Palmeiras’ upcoming squad for their game against Vasco da Gama, indicating the deal's proximity to completion. Manchester City's transfer market has plenty of work ahead before the summer window closes on September 1st. They need to fill multiple gaps, including adding a winger, reinforcing the midfield, and potentially bringing in another striker if Omar Marmoush departs. Despite this, signing Allan on the right wing would be a significant step for City, who are expected to pay half of what they received for selling Savinho to Tottenham. This move could free up funds for further investments in the midfield, a costly endeavor. If Allan enhances Manchester City’s squad, it would be a substantial gain for the FA Cup and Carabao Cup champions.",
  "summary": "It would seem that Manchester City have settled on signing Allan from Palmeiras to fill void on the right wing in Enzo Maresca’s squad. The Brazilian winger looks to have the attributes both in and ...",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}