Liverpool and Newcastle United continue to monitor Palmeiras midfielder Allan, but fresh comments from Brazil reinforce how difficult a deal currently looks.
Speaking live at ESPN Brasil, journalist André Hernan provided new context around the situation. While European interest remains strong, the position inside Palmeiras has not changed.
The club do not want to sell the 21-year-old now. In fact, the decision goes beyond a general club stance. Hernan explained that president Leila Pereira personally does not want Allan sold, as Palmeiras prioritise competing for major titles this season.
That approach aligns with previous reports indicating Palmeiras have rejected significant European approaches for the attacking midfielder.
President’s stance shaping Allan transfer strategy
Hernan explained that Palmeiras view Allan as a key sporting asset rather than a player they must cash in on immediately.
According to the journalist, the club’s internal thinking is simple. They want the midfielder performing on the pitch while Palmeiras attempt to reclaim major trophies. Allan is already a regular starter and an important part of the team.
As a result, the board see little reason to rush into negotiations.
That stance also explains why a previous offer of around €35m (£30m) from Napoli was rejected earlier this year. The figure was already significant for a player of Allan’s age, yet it did not convince Palmeiras to change their position.
Liverpool and Newcastle United explore alternative route
With Palmeiras closing the door to immediate negotiations, European clubs are attempting a different strategy.
Hernan revealed that several sides have contacted the player’s representatives to understand the conditions of a potential future deal. Newcastle and Liverpool, as we know, are among them.
The idea would be to align with the player’s camp first. From there, clubs could attempt to structure an agreement now while allowing Allan to remain in Brazil until a later date.
That approach has become increasingly common in South American transfers. Similar frameworks were used when players such as Endrick and Estêvão agreed moves before eventually leaving Brazil.
Market value debate around Allan
After Palmeiras’ match last night, local journalist Marcelo Bechler offered a slightly different perspective on Allan’s current moment.
He argued that the midfielder’s market value is largely tied to potential rather than his immediate performances. In Bechler’s view, Palmeiras could still secure a major future sale, but the player has not been performing at his highest level recently.
Bechler said: “Soon you might be able to make a big sale based on this player. If he is worth a lot, it is because he has a lot of potential. But at the moment he is performing worse than his competitors. Mauricio [another Palmeiras midfielder] has played better than Allan in the last few weeks.”
He continued: “Allan finished last year very well. He really looks like a player with a good future ahead. But I do not think he should play no matter what. The idea cannot be that he must play just because one day the club might sell him for €40m or €50m.”
Bechler also suggested that playing time should be based on performance rather than market considerations.
He added: “I think it would be the wrong reasoning if the manager looked at it that way. In recent weeks he has not been at his level and not at the level of some of his teammates.”
Price could keep rising
The key takeaway from Hernan’s update is that the challenge for European clubs is not identifying Allan’s potential. The challenge is convincing Palmeiras to open negotiations.
If €35m (£30m) was not enough, even a €40m package may struggle to shift the Brazilian club’s stance depending on timing. Transfermarkt put the value at €15m.
For Liverpool and Newcastle, that likely means patience. Palmeiras hold the leverage, and they appear willing to wait before considering any sale.