Fabrizio Romano confirms two players expected to sign for Manchester United on Friday
Manchester United are expected to announce deals for two players on Friday, Karl Darlow and Andrey Santos.
The Red Devils switched to overdrive in the summer window, completing a double swoop to strengthen their midfield and overhaul their goalkeeper department.
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Fabrizio Romano confirms that Andrey Santos has completed treatment
According to the transmission expert Fabrizio RomanoAndrey Santos successfully completed his trial in Manchester before leaving Chelsea.
The Brazilian midfielder is now set to sign his contract on Friday morning after both clubs completed the necessary formalities.
Manchester United have agreed a deal worth £50 million to sign the 22-year-old, with Chelsea negotiating a 10% sell-on clause as part of the deal.
Santos will pen a long-term contract that runs until June 2031, with the deal including an option for another year.
??? Andrey Santos has just successfully completed his medical course as a new Manchester United player.
The clubs have signed all the documents for a £50m package deal.
Andrey signs tomorrow, Friday on a contract until June 2031 with an option at #MUFC. pic.twitter.com/OvWuK96d6y
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 9, 2026
Karl Darlow is also set to sign on Friday
Meanwhile, United also closed the deal for Leeds United goalkeeper, Karl Darlow.
Romano gave the transfer his signature “here we go” guarantee, saying the 35-year-old will re-sign his official contract on Friday.
Darlow arrives on a free transfer to act as the home pupil of starting goalkeeper Senne Lammens.
The arrival of the experienced Premier League veteran is helping to restructure the squad, paving the way for Altay Bayindir to complete his exit. Bayindir is heavily linked with a return to Turkey, with Besiktas leading the way.
Ederson’s treatment continues as Manchester United close in on a third signing
In addition to the imminent double announcement, a third player is close to signing.
Atalanta midfielder Ederson is currently undergoing a medical with the club after agreeing a deal with the Serie A club.
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A transfer package worth €44 million (£38.8 million) has been fully agreed with the Italian club.
United’s board expects a final decision on the 26-year-old’s medical to come as soon as Romano’s review.
? A decision on Éderson’s doctor will be made this week as revealed with Man United to give a final answer soon.
The first medical examination was done yesterday, the next one will follow shortly and Atalanta and the player will be informed of the 45 million euro package that has been agreed since June.
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) July 9, 2026
If the Brazilian passes his tests, he will become Manchester United’s third signing of the summer and strengthen Carrick’s midfield rebuild.
The potential arrivals of Santos and Ederson would represent a major statement of intent for United, prioritizing strength, physicality and technical quality in midfield as they prepare for the new season and a return to Champions League football.
