The transfer market is heating up with Juventus and Roma locked in on Wesley França, the 21-year-old right-back sensation from Flamengo. But José Boto, the Brazilian club’s sporting director, has a message for the Italian giants: they’ll need to dig deeper than €20 million to land the young prodigy. In an interview with Gazzetta dello Sport, Boto made it clear that the asking price is closer to €30 million, and even that might not be enough to pry Wesley away from Flamengo.
Wesley has been making waves since joining Flamengo in 2023, racking up 129 games, three goals, and five assists for the club. The Brazilian international has also caught the eye with his performances on the biggest stage, including a starring role in Flamengo’s stunning 3-1 win over Chelsea at the Club World Cup. With his stock rising, Wesley is ready to take the leap to European football, but Flamengo is under no pressure to sell, and Boto is prepared to play the waiting game.
As the Club World Cup reaches its climax, all eyes are on Wesley, and the suitors are circling. Juventus and Roma will need to come up with a serious offer if they want to land the talented right-back. Boto’s message is clear: €20 million is not enough, and Flamengo is holding out for a better deal. The question is, will either of the Italian clubs be willing to meet the asking price, or will Wesley remain in Brazil, at least for the time being?
Potential Suitors
- Juventus
- Roma
The young Brazilian’s future hangs in the balance, and the next few weeks will be crucial in determining where he’ll be playing his football next season. One thing is certain, though: Wesley França is a name to watch, and his rise to stardom is only just beginning.