Gabriel Jesus, Manchester City’s new Brazilian starlet, has arrived in the city for a weekend break ahead of his permanent move to the club in January.
The £27 million player was signed in the summer but loaned back to his former club, Palmeiras, for the remainder of the domestic season.
Jesus, who is only 19 years old, is regarded as one of the world’s next big stars in football.
But, when he finally moves to the city in the new year, the slick midfielder will require a place to stay.
And the MEN went to the market to assist him in his search for the ideal footballer’s pad.
City Centre
St Anne’s Square, £6,500 p/m
The talented Brazilian, who is new to Manchester, may want to jump right in and secure a swanky city centre pad.
This two-bedroom apartment in St Anne’s Square has a 24-hour concierge to attend to his every need, as well as underfloor heating throughout for when the Manchester Winter gets a little too much.
And with his increased wealth after his big money move, Gabriel will be pleased to have some of the city’s high end fashion brands just a stone’s throw from this plush pad.
Beetham Tower, £4,495 p/m
Another possible city location is the iconic Beetham Tower, which offers panoramic views of Manchester. This is one way for him to get to know his new surroundings.
This could be every young footballer’s dream flat, with three large bedrooms and stunning views, as well as an astroturf ‘garden’ and a super modern, open plan kitchen.
He’ll also have plenty of places to relax at the top of Deansgate, with the footballers’ preferred hangout, Spinningfields, right on his doorstep.
He’ll have to move quickly on this one, though, because United manager Jose Mourinho is said to be interested after seeing it twice.
CitySuites, £3,481 p/m
Some sɑy it’s not a good idea to socialise with your boss outside of work, well how about living next door to them, after Pep Guardiola is believed to have snapped up a flat in the chic apartment block.
CitySuites also benefits from a 24 hr concierge and underground parking, perfect for avoiding the hoards of paparazzi waiting outside.
Like the Beetham Tower, located just off Deansgate, the two bed apartment is right in the heart of the city, with dozens of fɑncy restaurants and bars close by.
Outside the City
East Downs Road, Bowdon £3,500,000
A bit pricey, but if the city doesn’t really do it for the young striker, then he could always look further afield and join his team-mates out in the sticks.
This chic, modern, four bedroom home in Bowdon could be perfect, with his open plan design.
Brazilians are known for throwing a party or two, well, should the sun come out, he won’t be struggling for room, with a massive garden and patio area to entertain.
The property also boasts underground leisure suite, with a gym, sauna and steam room, perfect for unwinding and probably much healthier than partying in the city centre’s nightclubs.
Hilltop, Hale, POA
Now this could be controversial but Phil Neville is believed to be looking for a buyer for his plush Hale mansion, and is currently renting it out.
THIS might not go down too well with the City faithful, but it definitely ticks every box for a footballer’s swanky home.
Boasting six bedrooms the high end mansion also has a state of the art leisure complex, with a swimming pool, sauna, steam room and gym, it will be ideal for keeping the young man in shape during the Summer.
There is also a mini football pitch in the basement, means that he can practise his samba skills before stepping out at the Etihad to make his debut.
We’re not sure if he’d keep the pool table though.