Manchester United midfielder Fred has revealed that is was a former Arsenal and Brazil midfielder who played a huge part in his decision move to the Premier League this summer.
The midfielder, who was signed from Shakhtar Donetsk during the summer transfer window, has admitted that countryman Gilberto Silva gave him the advice he needed to make the move to England.
Gilberto signed for the Gunners in August 2002 and was a part of the 'Invincibles' side that went unbeaten for the entirety of the 2003/04 Premier League season.
“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.
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“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.”
