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Santos head coach Cuca has admitted he is uncertain whether Neymar will feature in Wednesday's Copa do Brasil quarter-final first leg against Palmeiras due to the synthetic pitch at Nubank Parque. The Brazil international is an outspoken critic of artificial surfaces, leaving his availability in doubt ahead of a crucial cup encounter in Sao Paulo.

Palmeiras boss Abel Ferreira has told Manchester City they must trigger Allan Elias' €100 million release clause to complete a summer move. The Premier League side are actively chasing the versatile 22-year-old winger as Enzo Maresca revamps his attack, but the Brazilian outfit have no intention of selling for anything below their asking price.

With Marmoush's departure approaching

Manchester City have stepped up their efforts to reshape Enzo Maresca's squad by identifying Palmeiras sensation Allan Elias as a primary target for the summer transfer window. The English giants are moving quickly to bolster their attacking options as several high-profile names prepare to depart the Etihad Stadium in a significant overhaul.