Allan Palmeiras: sale to Manchester City for €40 million

Palmeiras striker Allan is having his sale directed to England's Manchester City after the English club raised its offer to a fixed €40 million. The deal, which still discusses performance‑based bonuses, is seen as crucial for the São Paulo side to cover financial commitments and avoid a high debt load.

Values and negotiation progress

Talks between Palmeiras and Manchester City over Allan's transfer have progressed significantly. The English club, which initially offered a fixed €35 million, has reached a fixed €40 million—about R$ 240 million at current rates—amount demanded by the Brazilian side since negotiations began. The parties, however, are still discussing bonus clauses tied to targets before finalising the deal. Allan was Manchester City's chosen name to replace Brazilian Savinho, who was negotiated with Tottenham.

Allan's trajectory at Palmeiras

At 22, Allan is a starter for Palmeiras, which leads the Brazilian Championship and is in the quarter‑finals of the Copa Libertadores. This year, the forward has recorded six goals and six assists in 42 matches for the Verdão. Last Sunday he featured in Palmeiras' 4‑1 victory over Vasco at Nubank Parque in the Brazilian Championship.

Signs of a farewell and absence from the derby

After the match against Vasco, Allan returned on Monday morning to Palmeiras' training centre. With negotiations advanced, it is unlikely the striker will feature in the upcoming match against Santos on Wednesday, a Copa do Brasil quarter‑final. Flávio Latif of Canal UOL reported that Allan cried on the field with his family before Sunday's game, which has been interpreted as a strong indication of his imminent departure to England.

Abel Ferreira's view of the player

Coach Abel Ferreira praised Allan after the rout of Vasco, highlighting the forward's versatility. He emphasized the player's ability to contribute both offensively and defensively, a trait valued in modern football. “Anyone who wants to take Allan will have to pay a lot,” Abel said, indicating that any exit would depend on a suitable offer. The manager explained that “the best teams in the world don’t buy average players. They buy players who attack and defend,” and he praised Palmeiras' valuation of €40 million.

Financial impact of the possible sale

Allan's sale is considered important for Palmeiras to meet obligations arising from other player acquisitions planned for the second half of the year. The club aims to avoid ending the season with a high debt by organising its accounts. The assessment at the club is that the gap between the proposed and desired amounts is negotiable, especially for a team like Manchester City, which handles large sums in the transfer market.

With information from O GLOBO, UOL, Terra.