Manchester United are expected to announce deals for two players on Friday, Karl Darlow and Andrey Santos.
The Red Devils have shifted into overdrive in the summer window, completing a quick double swoop to reinforce their midfield and adjust their goalkeeping department.
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Fabrizio Romano confirms Andrey Santos completed medical
According to transfer expert Fabrizio Romano, Andrey Santos has successfully completed his medical in Manchester ahead of his move from Chelsea.
The Brazilian midfielder is now set to sign his contract on Friday morning after both clubs finalised the necessary legal documentation.
Manchester United have agreed a deal worth £50 million to sign the 22-year-old, while Chelsea have negotiated a 10% sell-on clause as part of the agreement.
Santos will put pen to paper on a long-term contract running until June 2031, with the deal also including an option for a further year.
??? Andrey Santos has just completed a successful medical as new Manchester United player.
Clubs signed all documents for £50m packate deal.
Andrey signs tomorrow, Friday on deal until June 2031 plus option at #MUFC. pic.twitter.com/OvWuK96d6y
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 9, 2026
Karl Darlow also set to sign on Friday
Simultaneously, United also wrapped up a deal for veteran Leeds United goalkeeper Karl Darlow.
Romano has given the transfer his signature “here we go” confirmation, stating that the 35-year-old will also sign his official contract on Friday.
Darlow arrives on a free transfer to serve as the primary homegrown understudy to starting goalkeeper Senne Lammens.
The clinical arrival of the experienced Premier League veteran facilitates a squad reshuffle, clearing the path for Altay Bayindir to finalise his exit. Bayindir has been heavily linked with a return to Turkey, with Besiktas leading the chase.
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