United secure first signing of the summer as Fred joins

Manchester United have completed their first signing of the summer transfer window, with the confirmation of Fred joining from Shakhtar Donetsk. 

The midfielder will sit in a deep-lying midfield role at Old Trafford, likely alongside Nemanja Matic and Paul Pogba. 

Playing in 20 games for his club last season, the Brazilian was a consistent defensive presence in the heart of Paulo Fonseca’s side, and drew the attention of clubs around the world. 

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It was the Red Devils, however, who beat the chasing pack to the signature of the 25-year-old. 

With eight caps for his nationals side, Fred’s price tag is expected to be £44 million, rising to £52.5 million with add-ons. 

Named to Brazil’s 23-man World Cup squad, Manchester United fans will have the chance to see their new man compete on the world’s brightest stage in Russia.