Agent Jorge Mendes reveals transfer shock: Man Utd have £45m midfielder deal in place

MANCHESTER UNITED will reportedly pay £45million to sign Benfica's Renato Sanchez in the summer, claims his agent.

Renowned 'super agent' Jorge Mendes represents the 18-year-old and reportedly told Portuguese Newspaper O Jogo the deal is on.

It's understood United will part with £45million for the Portugal U19 international, who has been turning heads in the Primeira Liga

The latest move is apparently made up of £30m plus a further £15m in bonuses and is a considerable improvement on their previous offer.

United reportedly tabled a £30m bid last week, as the January transfer window neared its close, that was rejected by Benfica.

However, the deal seems to be moving ahead now with 'an agreement in principle' for the midfielder to move to Old Trafford over the summer.

Sanches has made 15 appearances this term in all competitions, including twice in the Champions League and has scored two goals