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Man City Opens Talks for Palmeiras Winger Allan Elias

8/21/2026

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Summary

City Targets Allan

Manchester City have opened talks with Palmeiras for winger Allan Andrade Elias.
Allan, 22, played 41 of Palmeiras' 46 matches this year, scoring six goals and five assists.
His contract runs to December 2029 and includes a €100 million release clause.
Palmeiras rejected a €30 million offer from Aston Villa and earlier approaches, saying he is not for sale this season.

Summary

Allan Elias’ Crosses

Allan Elias posted a 6.7% cross accuracy, recording only one accurate cross in 20 games.
He attempted just 15 crosses this season, preferring goal-scoring runs.
Elias completed 46 take-ons, second only to Henry Mosquera’s 68, showing strong dribbling.
Jeremy Doku’s calf issue leaves City short-handed on the right, increasing the need for a new winger.

History

Historical Context

After Sheikh Mansour’s September 2008 takeover, Manchester City spent £32.5 million to sign Brazilian winger Robinho, marking the club’s first high-profile Brazilian acquisition and launching a multi-billion-dollar spending era. The deal signaled a shift toward South American talent that now underpins the 2024 pursuit of Palmeiras forward Allan Elias, reinforcing the club’s long-standing Brazil pipeline.

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City Targets Allan

Manchester City have opened talks with Palmeiras for winger Allan Andrade Elias.
Allan, 22, played 41 of Palmeiras' 46 matches this year, scoring six goals and five assists.
His contract runs to December 2029 and includes a €100 million release clause.
Palmeiras rejected a €30 million offer from Aston Villa and earlier approaches, saying he is not for sale this season.

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