Allan Elias has emotionally said goodbye to Palmeiras supporters, staff and teammates at Allianz Parque ahead of his imminent transfer to Manchester City.
The 22-year-old Brazilian winger is expected to complete his move to the Premier League champions this weekend after Manchester City agreed a deal worth up to €40 million (£34m) earlier this week.
Allan’s departure brings an end to his journey with Palmeiras, where he developed through the club’s academy before establishing himself in the senior team. The winger made 96 senior appearances for the Brazilian side, earning recognition for his pace, technical ability and attacking versatility.
Softfootball understands that Manchester City identified Allan as their preferred replacement for Savinho and moved quickly to secure an agreement with Palmeiras. His ability to operate from either wing is expected to provide Enzo Maresca with another option in the attacking department.
The transfer also represents a major financial boost for Palmeiras. As Allan is an academy product, the Brazilian club stand to benefit significantly from the deal while retaining 90% of the player’s economic rights.
Allan’s emotional farewell at Allianz Parque underlined the significance of his departure. The winger took time to acknowledge the supporters and embrace members of the coaching staff and his teammates before preparing for the next chapter of his career.
His move to Manchester City represents a major step forward, with Allan now set to test himself in the Premier League and compete for a place among City’s attacking options.
With the agreement already in place, the remaining formalities are expected to be completed this weekend, bringing Allan’s Palmeiras career to an official close and paving the way for his arrival in Manchester.
