Manchester City have completed the signing of Brazilian winger Allan as talks to bring Cody Gakpo from Liverpool are nearing collapse. The club is also reportedly in discussions with Chelsea for midfielder Enzo Fernandez as the transfer window enters its final hours.
Manchester City opened talks with Liverpool over a deal for the Dutch forward. Sources told the outlet that Gakpo was interested in a move to the Etihad Stadium, with Liverpool valuing him at around £85 million. However, a separate report from BBC Sport indicates this proposed £80 million move is now close to collapsing. Liverpool are expected to keep the 27-year-old unless they can secure a replacement winger before Tuesday's deadline, having found valuations for targets like Yankuba Minteh and Ismaila Sarr problematic.
This leaves City's pursuit in doubt. The club had already agreed a deal with Everton for forward Iliman Ndiaye which may provide an alternative attacking option. City's search for reinforcements comes as they sit first in the Premier League with six points from two wins, having scored six goals and conceded two.
Manchester City confirmed the arrival of 22-year-old Allan from Palmeiras. Sportsnet reported the fee as 34 million pounds, while The National Sport detailed a deal that could rise to £34 million with add-ons. The Brazilian winger has signed a five-year contract and fills a squad role vacated by Savio, who joined Tottenham last week.
Allan described the move as a surreal moment. "This is the proudest moment of my life," he said in a club statement. "Manchester City, with everything they have won over the past 15 years, are one of the most attractive clubs in the world for players." Director of football Hugo Viana called Allan "a really exciting" player who thrives in big moments. The uncapped forward made 96 appearances for Palmeiras, scoring nine goals.
Manchester City have opened direct talks with Chelsea to sign Argentine midfielder Enzo Fernandez. Chelsea are said to be prepared to sell for the right price if they can improve their own squad before the window closes. City's interest persists despite missing a reported August 14 deadline to bid for the player, whom Chelsea had valued at £120 million.
Reinforcing midfield has become a priority following Rodri's departure to Barcelona and the exits of Nico Gonzalez and Tijjani Reijnders. City have already brought in midfielders Ayyoub Bouaddi and Elliot Anderson this summer. The potential move for Fernandez represents a late attempt to add experience, with the current squad details available on our squad page.
With Allan's signing confirmed and the Gakpo deal stalling, City's attacking options include Antoine Semenyo, Jeremy Doku, and Phil Foden. Jack Grealish's future remains uncertain, with a potential loan move mentioned. The team's strong early season form, with two wins from two games, provides a solid platform.
The transfer window closes on Tuesday, September 1st. Manchester City host 18th-placed Coventry City at the Etihad Stadium on Friday, September 5th.
