Manchester United confirm agreement to sign Bruno Fernandes from Sporting

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Manchester United have confirmed they have an agreement in place to sign Bruno Fernandes from Sporting CP.

Fernandes is set to become United's first signing of the January transfer window after reaching a 'significant breakthrough' in transfer talks on Tuesday night.

The 25-year-old Portugal international will undergo a medical at Carrington before signing a four-and-a-half year contract with the option of a further 12 months.

A short statement from the club read: "Manchester United is delighted to announce it has reached agreement with Sporting Clube de Portugal for the transfer of Bruno Fernandes.

"The deal is subject to a medical and the agreement of personal terms.

"A further announcement will be made in due course."

United are expected to pay €55million (£46.5m) up front, plus €10m in achievable add-ons.

A further €15m will be payable based on Fernandes’ personal achievements such as winning the Ballon d’Or.

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