Manchester City’s promising young defender Vitor Reis has completed a loan move to Girona FC for the upcoming season, in a bid to gain valuable first-team experience in La Liga.
The 19-year-old Brazilian centre-back, highly regarded for his composure on the ball and strong defensive instincts, joined City’s youth setup in 2022. While he has been a standout performer for the club’s development squads, breaking into Pep Guardiola’s star-studded first team has proved a tough challenge at this stage of his career.
Girona, currently enjoying a strong run in the Spanish top flight, offers Reis a platform to test himself against elite competition while continuing his development. The move also strengthens the connection between Manchester City and Girona, both of which are part of the City Football Group.
Speaking on the transfer, club sources expressed optimism that the loan spell will provide Reis with regular game time and the chance to refine his skills in a competitive environment. Girona, meanwhile, see the youngster as a valuable defensive option to bolster their squad depth.
With Girona pushing for a high finish in La Liga, fans will be eager to see how Vitor Reis adapts to Spanish football and whether this experience can help him return to Manchester City ready for Premier League action.