MANCHESTER UNITED have finally announced the £55million arrival of Bruno Fernandes from Sporting Lisbon.
The 25-year-old midfielder has penned a five-and-a-half deal with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s Red Devils after completing his medical this morning.
Man Utd have finally confirmed the £55m transfer arrival of Bruno FernandesCredit: Getty Images
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was delighted to eventually get his man after weeks of speculationCredit: Getty Images
That also includes the option of a 12-month extension.
Fernandes said: “My love of Manchester United really started when I used to watch Cristiano Ronaldo play and ever since then I have been a big fan of this great club.
“For me to now play for Manchester United feels incredible, I have worked hard to get to this moment and I can promise the fans that I will give everything for the badge to help bring us more success and trophies.
“I want to thank Sporting for everything they have done for me.
“It is surreal to hear the nice words that have been said about me from players that used to play for this team.
“A massive thank you to Ole and everyone at Manchester United for the trust they have shown in me and I can’t wait to start to repay that on the pitch.”
Solskjaer was delighted to finally get his man after a lengthy pursuit.
The Norwegian said: “We have been tracking Bruno for many months and everyone here has been tremendously impressed with all his attributes and what he will bring to this team.
“Most importantly he is a terrific human being with a great personality and his leadership qualities are clear for all to see.
“Bruno’s goals and assists stats speak for themselves, he will be a fantastic addition to our team and he will help us push on in the second part of the season.
“The winter break is coming at a perfect time for us to integrate Bruno into the squad and for him to get to know his team-mates.”
United will cough up £46.6m up front plus £4.2m based on appearances and a further £4.2m if they qualify for the Champions League.
There is also a further £12.7m on offer should Fernandes to win the Ballon D’Or and help take United to Champions League glory.
The Portuguese midfielder flew in to Manchester on Wednesday evening after weeks of negotiations.
Fernandes – wearing a black Homer Simpson T-shirt – beamed at the camera as he was snapped alongside his agent on his private jet.
He was then transported to United’s regular pre-match haunt The Lowry hotel, where he spent the night before undergoing his medical examinations and then posing with his agent in front of his contract ahead of the official announcement.
The playmaker has already scored 15 goals from 28 appearances this season, as well as providing 14 assists, with United in desperate need of a player with his goal return and creative spark.
Wolves head to Old Trafford level on points with United in a crunch match for both teams’ hopes of finishing in the top four this weekend, and the ace could be thrown straight into the mix.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
