Manchester United have officially completed the signing of Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea in a deal worth £48 million plus a further £2 million in add-ons, Softfootball gathered.
The 22-year-old has signed a five-year contract until June 2031, with the club holding the option to extend his stay by a further year. Softfootball gathered that Santos will wear the No. 17 shirt at Old Trafford.
Speaking after completing the move, Santos said:
Everything about Manchester United is special; it is an incredible feeling to join a club that some of my biggest idols have represented.As a midfielder, I am really excited to have the opportunity to learn from Michael Carrick.
He is the perfect coach to help me take the next step in my career and push to achieve my dreams. Everybody told me about how ambitious the club is and the amazing environment that has been created here.
I know just how strong the squad is and I cannot wait to fight together to compete for the biggest trophies.
All transfer documents have now been signed between the two clubs, completing a £50 million package and marking one of Manchester United’s biggest signings of the summer transfer window.
