Manchester United moves signing deadline Edinson Cavani and Alex Telles said their respective conversations with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer had convinced them to sign up for the Red Devils.
United controlled Monday to end the last-minute plays of Cavani and Telles of Porto FC, who joined the Red Devils on a two-year contract, with an agreement to break the deal after a year for both sides. Telles had signed an agreement with the English club for 15 million euros ($17. 7 million) plus 2 million euros ($2. 3 million) in add-ons.
Prior to their United debut, Cavani and Telles Solskjaer had played a key role in completing their moves.
“Manchester United is one of the biggest clubs in the world, so it’s a real honor to be here,” Cavani said in a post on the club’s official website. I have worked hard during my vacation and am looking ahead to compete and represent this amazing club.
“I look forward to writing my little story in the football eBook and I know that’s why my purpose will have to remain the same because – work, work, work,” he added. “I had a verbal exchange with the manager [Solskjaer] and it is greater my preference to wear this beautiful shirt. “
Tales, for his part, said that he admired Solskjaer’s vision for the club and that he was extremely happy to play with him.
“I have won many trophies at FC Porto and I need to stay at United,” the 27-year-old left-back said on United’s official website. “Coach [Solskjaer] has a transparent plan and direction for this team and I can not wait to put on the famous jersey. “
The Norwegian technician also moved ahead of the duo’s arrival. Solskjaer praised Cavani and under pressure that he expected targets from him.
“Edinson is a great experienced professional who offers everything for his team,” the coach said. “Your goal history for the club and country is fantastic and we are very happy to hire a player of your caliber. He will bring energy, “power, leadership and a wonderful mindset to the team, but most importantly it will bring goals. “
As for Telles, Solskjaer is convinced that the former Porto star, whom he described as a “fighter and winner”, is the type of player United is looking for.
“Alex has the qualities, as a player and as a person, that we have here at Manchester United,” United’s manager said.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is suffering in the form of Manchester United around Photo: AFP / Ian KINGTON