Cristian Orozco is heading to Old Trafford. Manchester United have already struck a deal for the Fortaleza CEIF starlet, and the formal announcement is now just a matter of timing.
He cannot be registered until July 13, when the Colombian turns 18. Until then, he will be in Manchester getting settled and taking English lessons.
It is a smart move. United are scouting the globe for fresh blood, and bringing in a teenager before he is poached by some other European giant is how you do business.
How will Orozco fit Michael Carrick's plan?
Michael Carrick finally has the job permanently. He is now looking to put his own stamp on the squad after a promising run during the second half of last season.
The priority is clear: the midfield is a disaster zone. With Casemiro gone, the centre of the pitch has been a revolving door of shortcomings for years. The man is cooking a new recipe, and Ederson from Atalanta is already on his way to help shore things up.
High-profile exits at Old Trafford
It is not all about who is coming in. With Champions League football on the horizon, the financial backing is there, but that means some high-profile departures are likely.
United cannot keep paying massive wages to players who don't deliver. To make room for the likes of Orozco and Ederson, some big names have to go. Wamma! The clear-out is coming, and it is long overdue.
Carrick needs a squad that fights for every ball, not a collection of stars who only perform in the training ground videos.
When will Cristian Orozco be announced?
United will officially announce the signing of Cristian Orozco after July 13, once the player officially turns 18.
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Source: Mirror
