Manchester City continues to invest in defense. Yesterday he announced the signing of Abdukodir Khusanov – who arrived from Lens in exchange for 50 million euros – and today he made official the hiring of Vitor de Oliveira Nunes dos Reis (Santana, 2006).
The ‘sky blues’ have paid close to 35 million euros for the Palmeiras centre-back, who signs until 2029. The next official will be Omar Marmoush, who has already passed a medical examination. The Egyptian, in this case, will reinforce the attack.
With the signing of Reis, once linked to Real Madrid, Guardiola ensures the signing of one of the most promising defenders in South America. At 19 years old, he has already played 22 games and scored two goals for Palmeiras.
“I am excited to join Manchester City, one of the biggest clubs in the world. “Everyone has seen the incredible achievements of recent seasons and I want to leave my mark as we look for more trophies,” confessed the Brazilian, under-17 international.
“Working with Pep Guardiola is something that every young player wants to do, and I know he can help me become the best player I can be,” emphasizes Vitor Reis.
Working with Guardiola can help me become the best player I can be.
Vitor Reis
Txiki Begiristain, who will leave City in June, has not hesitated to praise what will be one of his last signings as sporting director of the ‘sky blues’: “He is one of the most promising young defenders in the world and we are delighted to to be able to bring him here.”
“He is excellent with the ball and outstanding in the air: he has all the necessary attributes to be one of the best,” added the former Barcelona player.
He is excellent on the ball and outstanding in the air: he has all the necessary attributes to be one of the best
Txiki Begiristain
Guardiola, with the signing of Reis, adds new strength to his rearguard: he already has Walker – he has asked to leave -, Rúben Dias, Stones, Aké, Gvardiol, Akanji, Khusanov and Rico Lewis.