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Man Utd agree deal for Chelsea's Santos

Man Utd agree deal for Chelsea's Santos

Summary

Manchester United has agreed to pay Chelsea £50 million to sign Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos. The deal includes an initial £48 million plus £2 million in bonuses and a 10% sell-on clause for Chelsea.

Key Facts

  • Manchester United will pay Chelsea £48 million upfront for Andrey Santos.
  • An extra £2 million can be paid as bonuses, which are described as achievable.
  • Chelsea has a 10% sell-on clause, meaning they get a cut of any future sale of Santos.
  • Santos is scheduled to have a medical check before finalizing the transfer.
  • This signing helps Manchester United strengthen their midfield after Casemiro left the club.
  • Other midfield targets for United, like Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes, did not work out.
  • Santos is Chelsea’s third major player to leave this summer after Marc Cucurella and Tyrique George.
  • Manchester United’s pre-season training begins soon, and this signing addresses a key team need.
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