Bruno Fernandes “has the lot”, according to former Sporting team-mate Yannick Bolasie, and can become Manchester United’s answer to David Silva, Kevin De Bruyne and Christian Eriksen.
The Red Devils have invested €55 million (£47m/$60m) in the Portugal international midfielder.
They had been in the market for a creative influence to rival the talent possessed by Premier League and European rivals.
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Fernandes, after a protracted chase, is considered to be a perfect fit for those at Old Trafford.
Bolasie, who played alongside the 25-year-old at Sporting, is of that opinion and expects a man who had recorded 13 goals and 10 assists this season before heading to Old Trafford to thrive in England.