Manchester United signs Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos
Manchester United completed the permanent signing of 22‑year‑old Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea for an initial £48 million with £2 million in performance‑related add‑ons. He signed a contract until June 2031 with an option for a further year, becoming the first permanent signing under new head coach Michael Carrick.
Santos, a Brazil U23 captain and 2025 Club World Cup winner, arrived with 43 senior appearances for Chelsea, three goals and four assists. He featured in United’s 5‑0 pre‑season victory over Rosenborg, earning praise from teammate Mason Mount and manager Carrick, who highlighted his defensive awareness, intelligence and ability to drive the team forward.
While Santos bolsters the midfield, United continue to chase additional reinforcements. Carrick’s recruitment focus includes potential targets such as Aurelien Tchouaméni, Manu Koné and Carlos Baleba, alongside interest in Iliman Ndiaye, Danilo and other midfield options, with competition from clubs like Al‑Hilal. The club’s broader transfer activity underscores its aim to strengthen the squad ahead of the new Premier League season.
Entities: Al Hilal · Andrey Santos · Aurelien Tchouaméni · Iliman Ndiaye · Manchester United · Manchester United Football Club · Mason Mount · Michael Carrick
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- [● 3 SOURCES] Santos signed a contract until June 2031 with an option for an additional year. (contract length)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Santos played in United’s 5‑0 pre‑season win over Rosenborg and was praised by Mason Mount and Michael Carrick. (match performance)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Manchester United’s pre‑season includes a 5‑0 victory over Rosenborg as part of its preparation for the new season. (pre‑season result)
- [● 3 SOURCES] United are also linked with Iliman Ndiaye, Danilo and other midfield prospects, facing competition from Al‑Hilal. (additional transfer interest)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Andrey Santos is a 22‑year‑old Brazilian midfielder, Brazil U23 captain and 2025 Club World Cup winner. (player profile)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Manchester United’s midfield recruitment under Michael Carrick includes targets Aurelien Tchouaméni, Manu Koné and Carlos Baleba. (transfer targets)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Manchester United signed Andrey Santos from Chelsea for an initial £48 million plus £2 million in add‑ons. (transfer fee details)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Manchester United aims to strengthen its squad ahead of the upcoming Premier League season through multiple midfield signings. (overall transfer strategy)