Manchester City are in the mix to sign this gifted defender

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 20: Enzo Maresca, Manager of Manchester City, looks on before the Premier League 2026/27 match between Manchester City and Sunderland at Etihad Stadium on September 20, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Matt McNulty/Getty Images)
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Manchester City are reportedly interested in 16-year-old Vasco da Gama defender Breno Sales, with Chelsea and Arsenal also in the race for the Brazilian prospect in 2027.

Sales has impressed for Vasco’s U20 side, making 21 appearances and showcasing strong tackling, positioning, passing and aerial ability. The 1.87m centre-back can also play at left-back.

Still raw, Sales would need time to adapt to the physical demands of English football, but he is viewed as a potential future star and could strengthen City’s academy.