two weeks ago, sports witness AS Roma have covered Manchester City's interest in star Wesley, who joins the club in 2025.
The Giallorossi have seen the Brazilian develop into arguably one of the best wing-backs in Europe. It was believed his value had doubled, with Roma paying €25 million.
Wesley's value is believed to have doubled and Manchester City will have to pay around €50m to sign him in the summer.
The wing-back position has come into the limelight today corriere dello sport.
wesley one of the fantastic four
The newspaper has just described Wesley as part of Roma's Fantastic Four. The other three players are Manu Kone, Ivan Ndika and Matias Sole.
The Brazil international is highly praised, defending like a proper full-back and attacking like a true winger. Although his best qualities are on display when he is attacking, Corriere dello Sport doesn't delve into his depth.
Manchester City are keen on a deal, with the club keen to improve at full-back next summer. Wesley would be perfect for Pep Guardiola.
While Roma are positively attempting to sell the player, it is now believed the price could exceed €60 million.
The same applies to both Kone and Ndika, with Sole also of interest to Borussia Dortmund. All four are important to the Giallorossi and ideally, they would not want to sell him. FFP concerns can lead to large sums of money moving out, especially if offered at the right price.
Transfer fees may increase further
Of the four star players, Wesley has been at Roma for the shortest time. He has also possibly had the best season of them all.
This makes him the most valuable player at the Italian club, who have repeatedly dealt with FFP issues in recent years.
Wesley should also play in the upcoming World Cup and this could further increase his valuation. A good performance in the tournament will attract more clubs and give Roma confidence that they can go even further.
This puts the Serie A club in an advantageous position, even if they were to sell the 22-year-old. Manchester City should keep an eye on him, with Wesley capable of playing on either flank.
Price, contract and agent – what Manchester City need to know
Roma have signed the Brazilian to a contract until 2030 and it is the same deal that was in place when he arrived in Italy. Considering how well he has done and the transfer fee being talked about, it is certain that his salary will not match his new position. This is a path to Manchester City with the player's agents.
They represent the MCL agency, and Wesley is their only client. Such a situation reflects the dynamics of future transfer which is extremely important for them. Taking a player to Manchester City is a gold star for an agent and inevitably helps attract more clients.
