Manchester United agrees £50m deal for Chelsea's Andrey Santos

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Last updated Jul 8, 2026

Manchester United agrees £50m deal for Chelsea's Andrey Santos
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Manchester United has finalized a £50 million agreement to acquire midfielder Andrey Santos from Chelsea. United's manager Michael Carrick seeks to strengthen the midfield following Casemiro's departure and has also targeted Ederson from Atalanta for a £35 million deal. The club shifted focus to Santos after missing out on targets Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes. Chelsea capitalizes on the sale, having purchased Santos for £18 million, leading to a substantial profit after a busy summer in the transfer market. With this signing, United aims to address their midfield needs effectively.

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  • United agrees to sign Andrey Santos for £50 million.
  • Michael Carrick aims to rebuild midfield after Casemiro's exit.
  • United also pursuing Ederson from Atalanta for £35 million.
  • Santos was previously acquired by Chelsea for £18 million.
  • Chelsea's summer sales exceed £110 million following multiple player transfers.
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  • 7:01 PMYahoo SportsMan United agree £50m move for Chelsea star after missing out on Elliot Anderson
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United boss Michael Carrick has signed his second midfielder of the summer after Casemiro’s exit from the club

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