Manchester City announced that it has signed a contract with the young Brazilian defender Vitor Reese from the Brazilian Palmeiras team during the current winter transfer window.

Reese, 19, signed a four and a half years of contract with City, to remain with the team until the summer of 2029, and Reese began his career in the ranks of the Palmeiras club, where he starred with the first team since his appearance in June 2024, to become an essential part of the main squad .

In remarks after his transfer, Reese expressed his enthusiasm to join the English club, saying: "I am excited to join Manchester City, one of the largest clubs in the world, we have made many achievements in recent seasons and I want to leave my mark while the team seeks to achieve more titles ".

He added: "Working with Pep Guardiola is a dream for every young player, and I am sure that he will have a great role in helping me to develop and progress in my football career."

Manchester City Football Director expressed his happiness to complete the deal, and said: "Vetor Reese is one of the most promising young defenders in the world, and we are happy to join the club, he showed his ability to excel in the Brazilian league and we are confident that working with Pep and the coach team will help him on Reaching its maximum capabilities. "

He added: "Vitor is still an early age, but his high quality makes us believe that it will be a strong addition to the team at the present time and in the long run."

With this contract, Manchester City strengthens its defenses by adding a young and talented player, in a move confirming the club's desire to build a strong future, taking advantage of the previous experiences of Brazilian players such as Ederson and Savinho who joined the team earlier.