
OFFICIAL NOW: đ¨Man United Announce the Signing of ÂŁ100M South American Superstar Who Destroyed Barca in the Champions League This Season â Player Representatives Were in London Yesterday as Deal Has Now Been Sealed â Official Unveiling This Morning
Manchester United have confirmed the blockbuster signing of one of South Americaâs most electrifying talents, in a stunning ÂŁ100 million deal that has sent shockwaves through the footballing world. The player, who tormented Barcelona in this seasonâs Champions League, was officially unveiled at Carrington this morning, marking the beginning of a new attacking era under RĂşben Amorim.
The player in question? None other than Vitor Roque, the 19-year-old Brazilian sensation who starred for Athletico Paranaense before making a name for himself in Europe with RB Leipzig on loanâwhere his performance against Barcelona caught the worldâs attention.
Manchester United fought off competition from top European clubs including Real Madrid, PSG, and Chelsea to secure the dynamic forward. Now, with the official announcement confirmed and the unveiling complete, Red Devils fans can start dreaming again.
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đĽ The Deal: How United Landed Vitor Roque
Unitedâs move for Roque has been in the works for months, with scouts tracking his development since his days in Brazil. But it was his Champions League masterclass against Barcelonaâwhere he scored twice and assisted another in a 3-2 victory for Leipzigâthat convinced United to make their move.
His agents were seen in London yesterday, finalizing personal terms and reviewing commercial aspects of the transfer. By midnight, all documents were signed, and Roque flew to Manchester on a private jet this morning for his unveiling at Carrington.
Transfer fee: ÂŁ100 million (structured with ÂŁ75m upfront + ÂŁ25m in performance add-ons)
Contract: 6 years (until 2031)
Wages: ÂŁ180,000 per week
Shirt number: 9
Club CEO Jean-Claude Blanc issued a brief but confident statement:
> âVitor Roque is one of the most exciting young forwards in world football. Weâre thrilled to welcome him to Manchester United. This is a long-term investment in world-class talent.â
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đ§đˇ Who Is Vitor Roque?
At just 19 years old, Roque has already drawn comparisons to Brazilian legends like Ronaldo NazĂĄrio and RomĂĄrio due to his explosive pace, powerful finishing, and ability to create something out of nothing.
Position: Striker / Inside forward
Preferred foot: Right
Style: Direct, aggressive, clinical in front of goal
In his breakout season with Leipzig (on loan from Barcelona, who were forced to loan him due to FFP), Roque scored 18 goals in 31 appearances, including 5 goals in the Champions League â most notably his dominant display against Barcelona, where he embarrassed the Catalan defense with his speed and composure.
That night, United scouts reportedly sent an urgent message to the recruitment team:
> âHeâs ready. We need him now.â
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đ§ Amorimâs Vision: Roque Is the Spark
New manager RĂşben Amorim has made it clear that his United will be based on youth, pace, intensity, and goals. Vitor Roque fits perfectly into that mold.
With Amorim preferring a 3-4-2-1 or 3-5-2 system, Roque can:
Lead the line as a lone striker
Drop deeper to link with midfield
Drift wide to open space for onrushing midfielders
In training sessions, Amorim is expected to experiment with Roque and Victor Osimhen as a strike partnership, or use Roque behind the Nigerian in a more fluid front three with Bruno Fernandes and Michael Olise.
Speaking to MUTV, Amorim said:
> âRoque brings something special. He plays with the heart of a lion and the feet of an artist. Heâs brave, ruthless, and fearless. Thatâs exactly what we need.â
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đď¸ Roque: âThis is My Dreamâ
In his first interview with club media after putting pen to paper, Roque expressed his joy at joining Manchester United:
> âSince I was a child in Brazil, I watched Man United and dreamed of this moment. Itâs an honour to wear this badge. I want to give everything, score goals, and make history.â
He also thanked his family and former clubs for guiding him to this point, specifically praising Barcelona for helping him grow and RB Leipzig for giving him the European platform.
Now, itâs all about Manchester United.
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đ What Roque Adds to Unitedâs Attack
Manchester Unitedâs attack has often lacked unpredictability, pace, and clinical edge in recent seasons. Roque provides all of thatâand more.
Hereâs what the stats say:
Dribbles completed per 90: 4.2 (Top 5 in Europe)
Shot conversion rate: 21.8% (Elite level)
Progressive carries: 6.8 per match
Duels won: 54% (Shows physical maturity)
Heâs not just a poacherâheâs a one-man wrecking crew.
Roque also contributes defensively. He averaged 1.8 tackles per 90 in the Bundesliga and pressed more than any other forward in Leipzigâs squad, making him ideal for Amorimâs high-press system.
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đŤ What Comes Next? Busy Summer Continues
While Roqueâs signing is the headline today, Manchester Unitedâs summer business is far from over. As of now, the following moves are in progress:
JoĂŁo Neves: Talks ongoing with Benfica over ÂŁ50m deal.
Jarrad Branthwaite: United preparing a formal bid to Everton.
Donny van de Beek, Sancho, Maguire: All expected to leave.
INEOS and Sir Jim Ratcliffe have reportedly approved a ÂŁ300m war chest, with Roque being the centerpiece of the new sporting project.
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đ Global Reaction: âUnited Just Got Seriousâ
The reaction to Roqueâs arrival has been nothing short of euphoric among United fans and football experts alike.
On social media, hashtags like #RoqueRed, #VitorUnited, and #RedRevolution trended globally within an hour of the announcement.
Former United legend Rio Ferdinand posted on X (Twitter):
> âThis boy is DIFFERENT. United just landed a future Ballon dâOr contender. Canât wait to see him light up Old Trafford.â
Brazilian legend Ronaldo also chimed in, saying:
> âHe has the heart of a warrior and the hunger to succeed. Iâm excited to see him play for a club like Manchester United.â
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đ Final Thoughts: A Star Is Born
With the official unveiling complete, Vitor Roque has officially become a Redâand the message is clear: Manchester United are back in the business of signing elite-level talent.
This isnât just about hype. Itâs about building a team capable of dominating Europe again.
At just 19, Roqueâs ceiling is sky-high, and under RĂşben Amorimâs guidance, he could become one of the defining players of his generation.
For Manchester United fans, today is the day hope returns.
Welcome to Old
Trafford, Vitor Roque. đ´đ
Congratulations, United fans â the future has arrived.
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