The Lopetegui/Steidten era has started with the signing of Brazilian teenager Luis Guilherme from Palmeiras. Paying £25 million for an 18-year-old with one senior goal and one assist is undoubtedly risky (remember Savio?) and there's no guarantee he will adapt to England at such a young age, but you have to assume technical director Tim Steidten sees him as a future superstar. It's a bit puzzling that Luis plays on the right wing in Jarrod Bowen's position, though perhaps he is seen as a possible successor to Lucas Paqueta or a striking option. Whatever happens, having another Brazilian should certainly add to the entertainment value next season. Now, with Ogbonna released and Zouma available plus Paqueta in trouble with the FA, the Irons need some new defenders, a left-sided midfielder and a striker. It's going to need a big rebuild.
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