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Manchester United set to finalize Cristian Orozco transfer next month

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 3, 2026, 12:10 PM

Last updated Jun 3, 2026

Manchester United set to finalize Cristian Orozco transfer next month

Summary

Manchester United is expected to complete the signing of Colombian midfielder Cristian Orozco next month. A preliminary agreement has already been reached with Fortaleza CEIF for the 18-year-old's transfer. Orozco captured United's attention with his performance in the U17 South American Championship and previously visited the club's facilities. Following his arrival, he will begin with the youth teams before aiming for first-team involvement.

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•United aims to finalize Orozco's transfer in July.
•Orozco played a key role in Colombia's U17 championship campaign.
•He has gained first-team experience at Fortaleza CEIF.
•Orozco visited Manchester United's facilities in December.
•United has shifted focus to signing young players under new management.

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12:10 PMYahoo Sports — Cristian Orozco: Timeline emerges for Man United to seal deal for wonderkid

What they're saying

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A clear timeline has emerged for when Manchester United will officially wrap up a deal for Colombian wonderkid Cristian Orozco.Transfer focusSince assuming operational control of United in February 20...
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