In less than half a season in Europe, Wesley has moved past the label of newcomer and stepped into a far more competitive space on the transfer market. The 22-year-old Roma right back has once again drawn attention from Manchester City, which has made recent contact to understand the landscape around a potential deal. The interest comes within a very specific context. Few players in his position manage to combine age, a steady run as a starter, and quick adaptation in a top-level league. That mix helps explain why Wesley’s name is back in conversations among English executives this window, especially with backing from one of the most respected soccer coaches in the world.
Details about City’s renewed contact were first reported by ge.globo, which also outlined the English club’s previous interest and the deal that took Wesley to Roma midway through the year. At the time, the Italian side paid €25 million to Flamengo, with clauses that could add another €5 million in bonuses. City followed the situation closely but chose not to move forward. Now, the picture has changed.
Fast track to the starting lineup and instant impact in Rome
The turning point in Wesley’s rise has been his response on the field. Since arriving at Roma, he’s featured in 21 matches and started 19 of them, a high number for a player coming straight from Brazilian soccer. It wasn’t just about minutes. There was real impact. Goals against Bologna, Cremonese, and Como helped cement the image of a right back who does more than hold his defensive line, showing up when games need to be decided.
That immediate output helped reduce one of the biggest risks tied to signings of this profile, the adjustment period. Put simply, the shorter the adaptation time, the smaller the margin for error.
Scarcity driving up the position’s value
The market is facing a clear shortage of young fullbacks ready for elite competition. Many clubs turn to makeshift solutions or veteran players, which pushes up the value of those who deliver consistency. Wesley joined that group in just a few months. The Brazilian already offers competitive reliability and still has room to grow, a combination that’s becoming harder to find.
That reality helps explain why Roma isn’t putting a price tag on the table right now. Internally, the view is that his value can climb even further, both through sustained performance over the season and the effect a World Cup often has on players in scarce positions.
Technical backing and the international spotlight
Another factor strengthening Wesley’s standing is the technical backing he’s received outside the club environment. Called up by Carlo Ancelotti in every squad list so far, the right back now carries a level of validation that weighs heavily in negotiations.
For multiclub groups and scouting departments, that kind of endorsement reduces uncertainty and speeds up internal evaluations. It doesn’t automatically turn interest into a formal bid, but it clearly raises the level of the conversation. Manchester City, for now, remains cautious. The English club hasn’t submitted an official offer and continues to work through inquiries. The goal is to understand total cost, Roma’s resistance, and the right timing for any potential move.