Manchester United have completed the signing of Swedish international
defender, Victor Lindelof from Benfica on a four year deal with an
option for a fifth year. The 22 year old joins the Old Trafford club
for a fee of £31m. The pricely sum makes him the most expensive
defender in the club's history. That accolade was previously held by
Rio Ferdinard when he was signed from Leeds United for £29m in 2002.
The 22 year old Lindelof arrives on the back of playing an
instrumental role in helping Benfica win a domestic league and cup
double last season. He played 47 games across all competitions for the
Portuguese champions.
Standing at 6ft 2in he is expected to add some montrosity to
Manchester United backline alongside Eric Bailly who excelled in his
first season at Old Trafford.
With this signing, the future of Chris Smalling is now clearly
uncertain as the England international has been linked with a move
away from the club. However, other there are reports that the club is
looking to add more defensive cover. But, the futures of Phil Jones
and Daley Blind remains unclear.
Jose Mourinho had this to say about his first signing of the summer.
"Victor is a very talented young player, who has a great future ahead
of him at United. Our season last year showed us that we need options
and quality to add depth to the squad and Victor is the first to join
us this summer,"
While the player had his say about his move:
"I'm thrilled," he said.
"I have enjoyed my time at Benfica enormously and I have learned a lot
there. But I'm looking forward to playing in the Premier League at Old
Trafford and for Jose Mourinho. I'm keen to get started and make my
contribution to the team's efforts to win more trophies,"
Old Trafford is expected to see more high profile arrivals this
summer. With Real Madrid striker Alvaro Morata reported close to
joining the club for another huge outlay.
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