Armenian captain Henrikh Mkhitaryan joins on a four year deal
He becomes Jose Mourinho’s third signing
Manchester United confirmed their third signing of the season after announcing the arrival of Borussia Dortmund playmaker Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
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The Armenian national captain, 27, arrives on a four year deal with an option of an extra year for an undisclosed fee having made 140 appearances and scored 41 goals for the German side after joining them in 2013.
Mkhitaryan has 19 goals in 59 appearances for Armenia and his arrival may well accelerate the departure of Juan Mata who has been linked with a move to Everton.
He had just one year left on his deal with the Germans who reluctantly let him go after United came in with an offer.
Mkhitaryan follows Eric Bailly and Zlatan Ibrahimovic into Old Trafford and he could soon be joined by a fourth signing according to manager Jose Mourinho.
Mkhitaryan said: “I am very proud to join Manchester United, this move is a dream come true for me.
“I am excited to play for a club with such an illustrious history and hope to be part of it for a long time.
“I thank the trust the club and Jose Mourinho have put in me.
“Finally, I believe playing for such a great club honours my father’s memory, and the inspiration and drive he gave to me when I was young.”
Mourinho added: “Henrikh is a very talented footballer who has been in such prolific form for both his club and his country.
“He is a real team player with great skill, vision and also has a good eye for goal.
“I am delighted he has chosen to sign for United.
“I believe he will make an impact on the team very quickly as his style of play is suited to the Premier League.
“We are all looking forward to working with him.”