Liverpool have dramatically entered the chase for Palmeiras wonderkid Allan, throwing down the gauntlet to Newcastle United and Aston Villa in what is rapidly becoming one of the most exciting transfer battles of the summer.
The 21-year-old attacking sensation has exploded onto the scene during the 2026 Campeonato Paulista, producing performances so electric that Europe’s elite have been unable to ignore him. According to SportsBoom, Liverpool have now joined Newcastle in leading the race for the Brazilian’s signature, with Aston Villa also having been credited with interest earlier in the campaign.
Allan has been at Palmeiras since 2019 but only earned regular first-team minutes after his promotion in 2025. In 64 appearances across all competitions, the explosive forward has already racked up an impressive 11 goal contributions — a return that has scouts purring and big-money clubs circling.
Despite still being tied to the Brazilian giants until 2029 and protected by a staggering €100 million release clause, sources close to the deal insist Palmeiras will struggle to keep hold of their prized asset. The club are understood to be holding out for a fee in the region of €30–€35 million — the same ballpark they received for Endrick (now at Real Madrid, currently on fire at Lyon on loan) and Estevao (who has lit up Chelsea with seven goals and three assists in 32 games this season).
English scouts were spotted in the stands for Allan’s matches against Vitoria in January and the fiery derby against Corinthians in February, underlining just how seriously Liverpool and Newcastle are taking their interest. While other top European sides are also monitoring the situation, the report claims the Reds and the Magpies are currently out in front in the race to secure his signature.
Palmeiras are in no rush to sell their homegrown star, but club insiders admit that a concrete offer at the right level would be extremely difficult to turn down for a player who has already shown he belongs on the biggest stage.
This latest move highlights Liverpool’s continued commitment to unearthing elite young talent from across the globe, even as they prepare for what promises to be a hugely important summer window following a bitterly disappointing Premier League title defence. Whether Arne Slot remains in charge beyond the summer or not, the Anfield recruitment team clearly have one eye firmly on the future.
Brazilian football’s latest export looks destined for the Premier League — and Liverpool appear determined to make sure he lands on the red half of Merseyside.
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