The midfielder has played in both of the club’s opening Premier League fixtures
Manchester United completed the signing of Shakhtar Donetsk midfielder Fred for a fee in the region of £52.5 million during the transfer window. He signed a five-year deal which includes a club option for a further 12 months upon its expiry.
The Red Devils reached an agreement to sign the Brazil International two weeks after he underwent a medical at United’s AON Training Complex less than 24 hours after turning out for the Selecao in their pre-tournament friendly win over Croatia at Anfield.
Jose Mourinho was keeping tabs on the 25 year old since January after the player impressed him with his consistent performances in the Champions League. Pep Guardiola was also interested in him but United blew them out of water, as their offer was more than their rivals.
The midfielder took an active part in the club’s pre-season, impressing with his performances. He has played in both of the club’s opening Premier League fixtures.
Fred has revealed that how Brazil legend Gilberto Silva helped him to secure a move to Old Trafford this summer.
“Gilberto was a top midfielder who played for Arsenal,”
Fred told ManUtd.com. “But he has a lot of respect for Manchester United, who are obviously a big club here in England.
“He praised the club a lot and, after he was granted the opportunity to speak to Jose Mourinho and other senior figures at United, we made the decision together for me to come here. We decided it would be a good move for me.
“Gilberto is a top guy and his advice means a lot to me. He played in the same position as I do and he won the Premier League, so I look to him for inspiration, I listen to what he has to say and I take on board what he tells me.”
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