One of MANCITY’s most promising upcoming acquisitions for enhancing Pep Guardiola’s offensive strategy is Kayky. While playing for Fluminense, the 17-year-old Brazilian made waves. For almost €10 million, he moved to England in 2021 and started playing in the Sky Blues’ junior system. In addition to playing in the FA Cup match against Swindon Town, which City won 4-1, Kayky made his Premier League debut in a 4-0 victory over Norwich. However, his chances of displaying his extraordinary skill have been hampered by injuries and a lack of opportunity. The winger will try to return to the required level of consistency with the City Group-owned Bahia in Brazil.
His return to his own country at the age of 21 is aimed at self-discovery. He was one of the best players in the Brasileirao before to joining Manchester City. Known as the “left-footed Neymar,” he played for Guardiola’s reserve team for a short time before being sent to Portugal to play for Paços de Ferreira. Unfortunately, he only made nine appearances before going on loan to Bahia, Brazil, as he struggled to establish a starting place. Before suffering a severe knee ligament injury on July 16, 2023, he displayed outstanding form there, providing four goals and four assists in 28 games.
Last October, he made a comeback to the game by going on loan to Sparta Rotterdam. He only made seven appearances in half a season, though, as the coach hardly used him. He has only played 151 minutes after his difficult injury, which is barely enough time for a full game.
He recently made the decision to go back to Bahia, where he had previously shown moments of genius. He now gets the chance to demonstrate once more that he is a capable member of Manchester City’s team in a nurturing setting that will help him advance his abilities. He can at least accrue the minutes he has been longing for. His Brazilian team must win the preliminary round in order to move on to the group stage and have the opportunity to play in the upcoming Copa Libertadores. Kayky has a great chance to participate in the most competitive competition in South America.
Willian José, a former Betis player with a wealth of European experience, will join him in the attack. Santiago Arias, a former defender for Atletico Madrid, will also be on the squad. It would be fantastic news for both his club, Manchester City, and the Brazilian national team if he lives up to the lofty standards established for him. He might end up being a great help to Pep Guardiola, who is now having difficulties in his management position.
