Manchester United are set to announce the signings of two players, Karl Darlow and Andrej Santos, on Friday.
The Red Devils went into overdrive in the summer window, completing a quick double raid to strengthen their midfield and tweak the goalkeeping department.
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Fabrizio Romano confirms Andrei Santos has completed medical check
According to transfer experts Fabrizio RomanoAndrei Santos has successfully completed his medical in Manchester ahead of his move from Chelsea.
The Brazilian midfielder is expected to sign the contract on Friday morning after both clubs complete the necessary legal documents.
Manchester United have agreed a deal worth £50m to sign the 22-year-old, while Chelsea are negotiating a 10% sell-on clause as part of the deal.
Santos is set to sign a long-term contract until June 2031, with an option for a further year.
Karl Darlow is also expected to sign on Friday.
At the same time, United have also finalized a deal for veteran Leeds United goalkeeper Karl Darlow.
Romano has given his ‘go’ sign to the move and said on Friday that the 35-year-old would also sign a permanent contract.
Darlow joins on a free transfer as the main replacement for starting goalkeeper Senne Ramens.
The clinical arrival of the experienced Premier League veteran will ease the restructuring of the squad and pave the way for Altai Baindir’s eventual departure. Bindil has been heavily linked with a return to Türkiye, with Besiktas leading the charge.
Ederson undergoes medical as Manchester United move closer to making third signing
In addition to the impending double announcement, a third player is also close to signing.
Atalanta midfielder Ederson is currently undergoing a medical examination with the club after reaching an agreement with the Serie A side.
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A transfer package worth €44m (£38.8m) has already been fully agreed with the Italian club.
United’s board expects a final verdict on the 26-year-old’s medical assessment to be made soon, according to Romano’s latest update.
If the Brazilian passes tests, he will become Manchester United’s third signing of the summer and further strengthen Carrick’s midfield rebuild.
The potential arrivals of Santos and Ederson would be a major statement by United that they are prioritizing energy, physicality and technical quality in the center of the pitch as they prepare for the new season and return to Champions League football.
