Palmeiras coach Abel Ferreira has stated that the club needs to "arrange resources" to bring in a new player, following the sale of Allan, who was being used as a winger in the team. Allan's sale to Manchester City, reportedly worth 40 million euros, has left a gap in the Palmeiras squad. The club will now have to rely on its existing squad to perform well in the Copa do Brasil and other competitions.
Abel Ferreira implemented a scheme with three center-backs after the stoppage for the World Cup, which allowed Allan to shine and attract the attention of Manchester City, who signed him as a replacement for Savinho, who was sold to Tottenham. Palmeiras president Leila Pereira has expressed her happiness at seeing the evolution of the young players, and the sale of Allan shows the credibility of Palmeiras and the work of its base.
Palmeiras will face Santos in the Copa do Brasil quarterfinals, with the first leg taking place on Wednesday.