Andrey Santos said his move from Chelsea to Manchester United in July happened very quickly. The transfer was revisited before Manchester United's Saturday trip to face Chelsea in Premier League matchday nine.
Santos recalls how the move began
Speaking in an interview with ESPN Brasil, Santos recalled how the transfer unfolded: "It was very fast. I remember I was taking my kids to the pediatrician, and my agent told me United wanted to hold a meeting with me and asked what time I was available. I said 'right now.'"
Speaking in an interview with ESPN Brasil, Santos recalled how the transfer unfolded: "I stopped the car, left them with my wife at the doctor's office, went to the parking lot, and got on a call with the president and the manager. Two days after that meeting, I was due to report back to Chelsea."
The call during the flight
Detailing the moment he found out the move had been given the green light, the Brazilian added: "Midway through the flight, my agent called me and said: 'Andrey, everything has changed, you don't need to go there anymore. Just pack your bags to report to Manchester.' It was very hectic, but thank God everything worked out and I'm happy to be here."
GOAL's reported transfer details
GOAL reported that Andrey Santos completed his move to Manchester United on July 13 after signing a five-year contract running until June 2031. GOAL reported that the transfer was for an initial £48m plus £2m in add-ons, and that an agreement between Chelsea and Manchester United was finalised within 48 hours of opening discussions.
Match context
Manchester United were due to travel to face Chelsea on Saturday in matchday nine of the Premier League. GOAL reported that Santos scored three goals in 43 appearances in all competitions for Chelsea last season, and that Manchester United were 16th on seven points from eight matches before that game.
