Manchester City signs Allan Elias for £34m; Nico González nears Newcastle move

The Guardian Sport1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 7:56 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

Manchester City signs Allan Elias for £34m; Nico González nears Newcastle move
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Manchester City has finalized a £34m deal for Palmeiras winger Allan Elias, a 22-year-old who debuted last year and has made 96 appearances. The signing is set to facilitate the anticipated transfer of Nico González to Newcastle, with both clubs engaged in advanced negotiations. Elias has contributed nine goals and 12 assists for Palmeiras but has yet to represent Brazil. The move reflects City’s ongoing strategy to bolster their squad as the transfer window progresses.

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  • Allan Elias joins Manchester City for €37.5m plus €2.5m.
  • Nico González is close to a transfer to Newcastle.
  • Elias has 96 appearances, nine goals, and 12 assists for Palmeiras.
  • The signing may lead to Savinho's departure from City.
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  • 7:56 PMThe Guardian SportManchester City agree £34m deal for Allan Elias as Nico González nears Newcastle move
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Palmeiras winger’s arrival paves way for Savinho exit City monitoring Liverpool forward Cody Gakpo Manchester City have agreed a €37.5m plus €2.5m (£34m) deal for the Palmeiras winger Allan Elias, with the club also in advanced negotiations to sell Nico González to Newcastle. The 22-year-old Elias – known as Allan – made his senior debut for Palmeiras last year and has made 96 appearances for the club, scoring nine goals and making 12 assists. He is yet to play for Brazil. Continue reading...

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