Manchester United have today confirmed that Brazilian youngster Andrey Santos has made the move from Chelsea. The deal is reported to be worth £48m with a potential of £2m in add ons. The midfielder has spoken to the club’s official site about his feelings on signing.
Everything about Manchester United is special; it is an incredible feeling to join a club that some of my biggest idols have represented. As a midfielder, I am really excited to have the opportunity to learn from Michael Carrick, he is the perfect coach to help me take the next step in my career and push to achieve my dreams.
Everybody told me about how ambitious the club is and the amazing environment that has been created here. I know just how strong the squad is and I cannot wait to fight together to compete for the biggest trophies.
Santos becomes the first signing of Michael Carrick’s tenure at the club and the midfielder was full of praise for the manager.
I know him very well. He’s a top, top coach. I did a meeting with him, and I remember it because it was around 30 minutes and, when I finished my meeting with him, I said: ‘Wow, he’s amazing.’ “Now, I meet with him [in person] and I’m so excited to work with him.
