According to a recent source, Wesley Franca has been placed on Flamengo’s transfer market and will be available for €40–45 million in the summer, with Manchester City showing interest.
After failing to contend for the Premier League and UEFA Champions League championships this season, Manchester City is anticipated to be active during the summer transfer window and add four to five first-team players to compete on all fronts next season.
When Kyle Walker returns from loan at AC Milan, the 2023 treble champions will undoubtedly lose him. As a result, new sporting director Hugo Viana may decide to give priority to acquiring a natural right-back to improve Pep Guardiola’s chances in the position.
Following a slew of high-profile departures from Guardiola’s current team that have fallen short of expectations this season, Manchester City has selected Wesley Franca of Flamengo as a powerful addition to their backline this summer.
Flamengo could sell Wesley Franca for £17 million to City
Wesley Franca attracted the attention of Pep Guardiola’s team, who reportedly tried to sign him this summer. However, Wesley’s transfer to Manchester City was stagnated.
However, the Flamengo defender may only cost €20 million (£17 million), according to Gazzetto dello Sport. This is wonderful news for City.
Juventus, on the other hand, is also considering Wesley; the Brazilian is reportedly a favorite of Bianconeri top scout Daniel Comolli.
According to the source, Juventus has been pursuing the 21-year-old for some time, much like Manchester City. The young player is undoubtedly a valuable asset in Brazil, but European football might be a significant step up for him.
It remains to be seen if Manchester City will look at other targets or take a chance on Wesley given his £17 million asking price.
