{
  "id": 4648267,
  "title": "Allan Elias completes £34m move to Manchester City from Palmeiras",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/allan-elias-completes-34m-move-to-manchester-city-from-palmeiras",
  "topic": "business",
  "section": "Business",
  "published": "2026-08-31T12:19:09.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National Business",
    "slug": "the-national-business",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/sport/football/2026/08/31/allan-elias-completes-34m-move-to-manchester-city-from-palmeiras/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Manchester City have officially completed the signing of Brazilian winger Allan Elias from Palmeiras in a transfer deal valued at £34 million, with potential add-ons bringing the total closer to £36 million. The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract, pending international clearance, and will join the Premier League champions one week after compatriot and teammate Savino departed for Tottenham Hotspur. This marks City's sixth signing of the summer transfer window, following the arrivals of Elliot Anderson, Geronimo Rulli, Ayyoub Bouaddi, Jeremy Monga, and Pierce Charles.\n\nAllan's move to Manchester City comes as Chelsea midfielder Enzo Fernandez remains on their transfer radar prior to the end of the transfer window on Tuesday. In addition, several prominent players, including Phil Foden, Abdukodir Khusanov, and Josko Gvardiol, have recently extended their contracts with the Premier League title holders.\n\nSpeaking about the move, Allan expressed his excitement about joining Manchester City, stating that it is \"one of the most attractive clubs in the world for players.\" Having previously made 96 appearances for Palmeiras, scoring nine goals and assisting 12, the young Brazilian is eager to prove himself at the club. He emphasized his commitment to giving his best in training and making the necessary contributions to help City continue winning trophies.",
  "summary": "Manchester City have completed the signing of Allan Elias from Palmeiras in a deal that could rise to £34m after add-ons. The 22-year-old Brazilian has agreed a five-year contract, subject to international clearance, that will see him move to Manchester one week after countryman and fellow winger Savino left to join Tottenham Hotspur. Allan becomes City's sixth signing of the summer, following…",
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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."
}