Following the official confirmation of his signing by Man United, Andrey Santos’ jersey number at the club has been revealed.
Manchester United have confirmed that new signing Andrey Santos will wear the No. 17 shirt following his move from Chelsea.
The Brazilian midfielder arrives at Old Trafford as one of the club’s marquee signings of the 2026 summer transfer window and will continue with the same squad number he wore during his time at Chelsea.
Santos, who joined Chelsea in 2023 after emerging as one of Brazil’s brightest midfield prospects, has completed his switch to Manchester United after the Red Devils reached an agreement with their Premier League rivals.
The 22-year-old is expected to strengthen United’s midfield ahead of the 2026/27 season, with the club viewing him as a long-term replacement following changes in the engine room.
Andrey Santos to Wear No. 17 at Manchester United
Manchester United have officially handed Santos the No. 17 jersey.
The shirt holds significance at Old Trafford, having previously been worn by several notable United players. Santos also wore the No. 17 shirt during his Chelsea spell, allowing him to continue with a number he has become familiar with since arriving in English football.
The club confirmed the squad number after unveiling the Brazilian midfielder following the completion of his transfer.
How Much Did Manchester United Pay for Andrey Santos?
Manchester United signed Santos from Chelsea in a deal worth up to £50 million.
The agreement consists of an initial £48 million fee, with a further £2 million payable through performance-related add-ons. Chelsea have also secured a 10 percent sell-on clause as part of the transfer agreement.
United had identified midfield reinforcements as a priority during the summer window and moved quickly to secure Santos after negotiations with Chelsea progressed rapidly.
How Long Is Andrey Santos’ Contract at Manchester United?
Santos has signed a five-year contract with Manchester United that runs until June 2031.
The long-term deal reflects the club’s confidence in the Brazilian’s potential and their belief that he can become a key player for years to come. Reports also indicate that United have the option to extend the agreement by an additional year.
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