Manchester United has agreed a £50 million deal with Chelsea for Brazilian midfielder Andrey Santos. The deal includes an initial £48 million with £2 million in achievable add-ons and a 10% sell-on clause for Chelsea. Santos has been cleared for a medical, and United is also finalizing a £35 million move for fellow Brazilian Ederson from Atalanta. The signing addresses United's midfield crisis, which was exacerbated by Casemiro's departure and Manuel Ugarte's long-term injury. Santos, who has 28 Premier League appearances, is seen as a player with room for development who can bring energy to the midfield. Some fans may question why Chelsea was willing to sell, but United's recruitment team is confident in the deal as they continue to reshape the squad.
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