Manchester United sign Facundo Pellistri: 18-year-old winger seals £9m deadline day transfer

Facundo Pellistri has completed a €10million (£9m) move to Manchester United, with the deal being confirmed after the transfer window slammed shut.

The 18-year-old winger from Atletico Penarol was previously linked with moves to Real Madrid, Atletico and Juventus, and has signed a five-year deal with the option of a further 12 months.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hailed his arrival, saying: “Our scouts have followed Facundo for a long time and we believe that he will be a real talent for the long term.

"Whilst we understand it will take time for him to adapt to the English game, he is capable of having an impact with his pace and ability to beat his opponent.

“Facundo has the perfect platform at Manchester United to develop and he has all of the technical qualities and the right mentality required to become a top player here.

"We are all looking forward to working with him to fulfil his potential over the coming years.”

Pellistri added: “To join a club with the history of Manchester United is a dream come true. I have learnt a lot at Penarol and I would like to thank them for everything they have done for me.

"To have the confidence of the manager is an amazing feeling and I know that working with him will be perfect for my development.

“I am coming into a squad full of great players who I will learn from every day.

"Everyone knows that Manchester United is a club that gives young players an opportunity and I am ready to work hard every day to earn those chances and prove myself in England.”