Deal sealed! Manchester United sign last season’s Premier League revelation
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
Manchester United have pulled off the first truly blockbuster and finalized transfer of this summer, reaching a full agreement for the move of the talented Portuguese midfielder Mateus Fernandes.
Details: According to UtdMaI, both parties have shaken hands, closing all legal and financial questions surrounding this mega transfer. Reports indicate the Portuguese star will officially change clubs in the very near future.
The financial aspect of the deal is truly impressive and fully reflects the high status of the young midfielder on the European stage. The agreement between the clubs is set at around £62 million (€73 million), making Fernandes one of the biggest investments by the Mancunians in their current summer squad overhaul.
The Manchester United board acted swiftly, managing to lower the initial asking price and secure one of the most promising central midfielders of his generation.
It’s worth noting that this season the Portuguese midfielder featured in 42 matches for the London club across all competitions, notching up 5 goals and 5 assists. Transfermarkt currently values the player at €50 million.
Reminder: Earlier, it was reported that Real Madrid were seriously interested in West Ham midfielder Mateus Fernandes.
