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Man City Negotiates Allan Elias Deal After Savinho Exit

8/21/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Manchester City are negotiating to sign Palmeiras winger Allan Elias as a replacement for Savinho.
Elias has a €100 million release clause in his Palmeiras contract.
Palmeiras say Elias is not for sale this summer.
Palmeiras rejected a €30 million Aston Villa offer for Elias.
Teamtalk says Palmeiras may accept €40 million (£34 million) and keep him until January.

History

Historical Context

In June 2009 Real Madrid paid €67 million to AC Milan for Brazilian star Kaká, a world-record fee that raised the price of South American talent. That significant benchmark encouraged clubs to embed huge release clauses, so in 2024 Manchester City’s bid for Palmeiras winger Allan Elias includes a €100 million clause, echoing Kaká’s historic deal.

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Story summary

Manchester City are negotiating to sign Palmeiras winger Allan Elias as a replacement for Savinho.
Elias has a €100 million release clause in his Palmeiras contract.
Palmeiras say Elias is not for sale this summer.
Palmeiras rejected a €30 million Aston Villa offer for Elias.
Teamtalk says Palmeiras may accept €40 million (£34 million) and keep him until January.

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