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The coming days are sure to bring some last minute excitement in this summer transfer window, with a number of clubs still looking to strengthen areas of their squad.
United themselves are still trying to secure a midfielder, with hope of signing Manuel Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain in the next week or so.
The Red Devils are also trying to offload the likes of Christian Eriksen and Scott McTominay, with the Scotland international’s deal to Fulham falling through yesterday.
In a last minute twist, Fulham pulled out of their long-term focus of McTominay and instead signed United’s back up midfield target, Sander Berge from Burnley.
However, the Red Devils have now reportedly got another deal across the line involving Facundo Pellistri.
The young winger has received the Romano seal of approval, with updates on the bid that the Greek club have submitted and the need for urgency to agree a deal.
Panathinaikos’ submission for Facundo Pellistri
Mike McGrath reported earlier that United have in fact agreed the deal for Pellistri with Panathinaikos.
However, Fabrizio Romano has now given it his famous “here we go” with Pellistri signing a long term contract with the club.
The bid itself is reported to stand at €6 million which is just shy of United’s purchase fee of €8.5 million for the then 19-year-old when he arrived from Penarol in 2020. It’s also reported that the agreement includes a sell-on clause for United to benefit from any future sale.
Panathinaikos were extremely keen to complete the deal so they can register him in time for UEFA Competitions. The Greek side’s first game in the UEFA Conference league qualifications comes on Thursday 22nd August against French side Lens.
Facundo Pellistri to Panathinaikos, here we go! Exclusive story confirmed as agreement has been sealed for €6m fee.
Permanent deal with sell-on clause for #MUFC, while Pellistri signs a long term contract.
Pana’s Uruguayan manager Diego Alonso, key factor. pic.twitter.com/bggMjfv65h
— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) August 20, 2024
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