Manchester United has completed the signing of Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea. The transfer agreement is worth £48 million, with an additional £2 million in potential performance-based add-ons, bringing the total package to £50 million.
Santos, aged 22, was filmed leaving United's Carrington training facility after successfully completing his medical on July 9. The move was the final procedural step after the player had already agreed to personal terms.
A key detail of the deal is a 10% sell-on clause negotiated by Chelsea. This means Chelsea will receive 10% of any future transfer fee if Manchester United sells Santos later in his career.
Santos is known for his tactical versatility, capable of playing as either a defensive midfielder or a more attacking box-to-box role. His age and potential are central to United's investment, representing a bet on future value appreciation.