Atalanta has successfully signed Wesley Vinícius França Lima from Flamengo for €16 million plus €4 million in add-ons. The Brazilian right-back has secured a five-year deal with the Serie A club, following failed negotiations for Pubill and Neco Williams.
- Atalanta signs Wesley Vinícius França Lima from Flamengo for €16 million plus €4 million in add-ons.
- The Brazilian right-back secures a five-year deal with the Serie A club.
- This move follows failed negotiations for Pubill and Neco Williams.
Transfer Details
Wesley Vinícius França Lima, a promising right-back from Flamengo, has joined Atalanta in a deal worth €16 million plus €4 million in add-ons. The 20-year-old Brazilian has signed a five-year contract with the Italian club, marking a significant step in his career. This transfer comes after Atalanta’s unsuccessful attempts to sign Pubill and Neco Williams.
⚫️🔵🇧🇷 Wesley to Atalanta, here we go! After Pubill deal collapsed and #NFFC decision to reject bid for Neco Williams, Atalanta sign Wesley.
Brazilian RB joins from Flamengo for €16m plus €4m add-ons.
Five year deal for Wesley, as @venecasagrande reports. https://t.co/mHMT1qXbHE
pic.twitter.com— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano)
October 07, 2023
Player Profile
Wesley Vinícius França Lima, born on September 6, 2003, in Açailândia, Brazil, stands at 1.73 meters and primarily plays as a right-back. He joined Flamengo on January 1, 2023, and had a contract running until December 31, 2025. His current market value is €4.00 million as of June 17, 2024.
Career Statistics at Flamengo (2024 Season)
During the 2024 season at Flamengo, Wesley made a total of 28 appearances, playing 1,780 minutes without scoring or assisting any goals. His performance in various competitions includes:
- Série A (Brazilian League): 16 appearances, 1,221 minutes played
- Copa Libertadores: 3 appearances, 1 assist, 171 minutes played
- Copa do Brasil: 3 appearances, 47 minutes played
- Campeonato Carioca – Taça Guanabara: 6 appearances, 341 minutes played
Transfer Context
Atalanta’s acquisition of Wesley follows the collapse of deals for other right-backs, Pubill and Neco Williams. Nottingham Forest rejected Atalanta’s bid for Neco Williams, prompting the club to finalize the deal for Wesley.
Player Fit and Potential Impact
Wesley is expected to bring youthful energy and defensive solidity to Atalanta’s backline. His versatility in playing both as a right-back and occasionally as a right midfielder or center-back adds tactical flexibility to the team. Given his performance in the Brazilian league and continental competitions, Wesley has shown resilience and adaptability, which will be crucial in Serie A.
Fan Reactions and Expectations
Fans of Atalanta are likely to be excited about the acquisition of a promising young talent from Brazil, a country known for producing world-class footballers. The transfer fee indicates the club’s confidence in Wesley’s potential to make a significant impact.
For more detailed player statistics and transfer history, check Wesley’s profile on Transfermarkt and FotMob.