Manchester City has secured the signing of 19-year-old Brazilian defender Vitor Reis from Palmeiras for £29.6 million.
The youth international has signed a four-and-a-half-year contract with the Premier League champions.
Reis expressed his excitement, stating, “Joining Manchester City, one of the world’s biggest clubs, is a dream. I look forward to working under Pep Guardiola to develop my skills and contribute to the team’s success.”
City’s director of football, Txiki Begiristain, praised Reis as “one of the most promising young defenders globally,” highlighting his aerial prowess and ball-playing abilities.
This marks City’s second signing of the January transfer window, following Uzbekistan defender Abdukodir Khusanov.
The club is also reportedly pursuing Eintracht Frankfurt striker Omar Marmoush.
Manchester City, currently fifth in the Premier League table, has faced defensive challenges due to injuries but recently delivered a dominant 6-0 victory against Ipswich.