​Manchester United fans have endured a lengthy wait, but the club is finally edging closer to unveiling up to three new signings. Two deals are already firmly in place, with midfielder Andrey Santos and goalkeeper Karl Darlow both passing medicals. INEOS are said to be delighted with Santos’s capture, and there is mounting optimism that the Brazilian can thrive under Michael Carrick’s guidance. Darlow, a homegrown option to replace the outgoing Altay Bayindir, has also been secured, providing United with a suitable successor between the posts.
According to Sky Sports, both new signings will be at Carrington on Friday to formalize their contracts. The report states: “Manchester United are expected to complete the signings of Andrey Santos and Karl Darlow on Friday. Both players have passed medicals with the club and agreed personal terms. They are expected to be at Carrington on Friday to sign those deals, as United prepare for a full return to pre-season training next week.”
The situation surrounding Ederson remains shrouded in mystery. The Brazilian attacker was initially viewed as United’s primary summer target, with the expectation that a deal was nearly complete pending a medical. He even undertook a medical in the United States between his country’s World Cup fixtures, but the results were not to the club’s satisfaction. Consequently, United invited the Atalanta ace to Manchester for a thorough medical that is projected to last about two days, with the process scheduled to finish on Friday. A statement from the club said: “A thorough medical is still ongoing for midfielder Ederson. United hope to also complete his signing in the coming days.”
Whether United will announce all three deals on Friday or hold off until the weekend remains to be seen. Yet supporters can take heart that INEOS has finally emerged from its extended period of dormancy. Michael Carrick now faces the task of adding at least one more midfield addition, along with a new left-back, a winger, and a backup striker, as he navigates the formidable challenge of competing in the Champions League once more.
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