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Manchester United agree £50m deal to sign Chelsea's Andrey Santos

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 9:00 AM

Last updated Jul 10, 2026

Manchester United agree £50m deal to sign Chelsea's Andrey Santos

Summary

Manchester United has reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign midfielder Andrey Santos for £48m plus £2m in add-ons. Chelsea will retain a 10% sell-on clause. The 22-year-old Brazilian, who joined Chelsea in January 2023, became a first-team option last season and contributed to their FIFA Club World Cup win. This deal represents a significant investment in United's midfield amid their summer rebuilding efforts. Next steps include a medical and finalizing personal terms at Old Trafford.

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•Santos's transfer fee is structured at £48m plus £2m in performance-related add-ons.
•Chelsea previously rejected bids from West Ham and Al Qadsiah for Santos.
•Santos made 43 appearances for Chelsea last season.
•Chelsea signed Santos from Vasco da Gama in January 2023.
•United is focused on reinforcing their midfield this summer.

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9:00 AMYahoo Sports — Chelsea Sell Santos to Man United for £50m in Deal with 10% Sell-On Clause

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Manchester United have agreed a deal with Chelsea to sign midfielder Andrey Santos for £48m plus £2m in add-ons, with Chelsea retaining a 10% sell-on clause – a structure relayed by BBC Sport jour...
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