Andrei Santos believes Michael Carrick is the proper coach to assist him take the following step in his profession after finishing his transfer to Manchester United on Monday.
Santos signed a five-year cope with United for £48m from Chelsea, which is claimed to incorporate add-ons value £2m.
Manuel Ugarte suffered a long-term knee harm at this yr’s World Cup, however the 22-year-old has strengthened the Purple Devils’ midfield following Casemiro’s departure.
Throughout his time at Chelsea, Santos made 47 appearances in all competitions earlier than signing for Brazilian membership Vasco da Gama in 2023 and returning to the membership on mortgage.
He additionally had mortgage spells at Nottingham Forest and Strasbourg, however was a daily for the Blues final season underneath Enzo Maresca, Liam Rosenior and Callum MacFarlane.
“The whole lot about Manchester United is particular and it is an unimaginable feeling to be becoming a member of a membership that a few of my largest idols have represented,” Santos advised the membership’s web site.
“I am actually excited to have the chance to be taught from Michael Carrick. He is the proper coach to assist me take the following step in my profession and transfer in direction of realizing my desires.”
“Everybody has advised me how bold the membership is and the nice surroundings that has been created right here.
“I understand how robust the workforce is and I can’t wait to struggle collectively for the largest trophy.”
I am able to make my mark.
The Manchester United household welcomes you, @04Andrey
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) July 13, 2026
Santos is Carrick’s first signing since being appointed because the membership’s everlasting head coach in Could following a profitable 2025-26 season.
The deal comes after it was reported on Monday that the Purple Devils had been near signing Aston Villa midfielder Youri Tielemans.
United had been additionally in talks to signal Ederson from Atalanta earlier than the deal fell by means of, however experiences recommend they might rethink the deal afterward.
Leeds United goalkeeper Karl Darlow can also be regarded as near a transfer to Previous Trafford, with Altai Baindil and Andre Onana anticipated to depart this summer time.
Carrick’s aspect start their Premier League marketing campaign towards newly promoted Hull Metropolis on August twenty second, earlier than returning dwelling eight days later to face Ipswich City.
