Manchester United confirm Fred exit as Fenerbahce transfer completed
manchestereveningnews.co.ukManchester United have confirmed Fred's departure to Fenerbahce. The Reds announced on Friday that they had agreed a fee of €15million (£12.93m) for the Brazilian midfielder who made 213 appearances for the club.
United will receive €10m up front with €5m in add-ons. Over the course of the weekend Fred has been in Turkey completing his medical and on Sunday his departure was officially confirmed on United's website.
After announcing his departure from Old Trafford, the Reds paid tribute to their now ex-player. Want to join our MUFC Pro club for a totally ad-free version of the MEN’s Man United app packed with premium features? Click here ALSO READ: McCarthy sends emotional message to Fred A statement read: "A tenacious and energetic player, Fred played in both attacking and defensive midfield roles for United during his time with the club and became popular with fans for his committed approach.
The 30-year-old leaves so many positive memories from his time at Old Trafford, where he has been a hugely popular individual, both as a person and as a player. "Everybody at the club would like to wish the very best of luck to Fred for the future." Having joined from Shakhtar Donetsk, the 30-year-old would score 14 goals for the Reds including an important strike last season in the Europa League play-offs against Barcelona.
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