Man United agree terms to sign defender Lindelof

Manchester June 11 (IANS) Manchester United have agreed to terms with Portuguese football champions Benfica to buy Swedish defender Victor Lindelof who will be the English club s first summer signing.

Manchester United is pleased to announce that it has reached agreement with Benfica for the transfer of Victor Lindelof subject to a medical examination international clearance and personal terms United said on their website.

A further announcement will be made once the transfer is complete. the statement added.

According to media reports Manchester United have agreed to pay Benfica around $40 million to capture the 22-year old.

Lindelof has been capped 12 times for Sweden after joining Benfica five years ago. He has also made 47 appearances for Benfica last season.

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