Deal 90% done – Star Player close to joining Manchester United, medical today

Wednesday 4 July 2018

Manchester United are close completing their third signing of the summer from Stoke city. Goalkeeper Lee Grant is reportedly set to undergo a medical ahead of a move to Old Trafford.

According to transfer expert Craig Norwood the 35-year-old is expected to serve as the 3rd choice goalie for United next season.

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Mourinho is a fan of the Grant and praised the goalkeeper in the aftermath of Stoke city 1-1 draw with United last season. Grant is expected to bring added experience to the United squad ahead of next season. Though Grant barely featured for Stoke last season, United want him to provide backup cover for De Gea and Romero as they intend to loan highly rated prospect Joel Perreira.

Mourinho has been busy reshaping his squad in his image for next season and has made major signings this summer. Brazillian midfielder Fred was signed from Shakhtar Donetsk in a deal worth £55 million while Portuguese defender Diogo Dalot was signed from Porto this summer. Defender Toby Alderweireld has been linked with a move to Old Trafford likewise flamboyant midfielder Milinkovic-Savic.

Mourinho is keen to strengthen some few areas in the squad as he prepares to challenge on all four fronts next season.

Lee Grant made only 5 appearances for stoke city as they were relegated from the top flight last season.


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