Manchester United sign Eric Bailly from Villarreal

Manchester United have announced the signing of 22 year old Eric Bailly from Villarreal on a four year deal with an option to extend for a further two years, subject to the defender successfully obtaining a work permit.

The Ivory Coast International, becomes the first signing under new United manager Jose Mourinho.
He said its "a dream come true."

"To play football at the highest level is all I have ever wanted to do," he told United's. "I want to progress to be the best that I can be and I believe working with Jose Mourinho will help me develop in the right way and at the right club.

"I am looking forward to meeting my new teammates and to starting this new chapter of my life."

Mourinho praised Bailly's potential and believes he could turn into a real star.

"Eric is a young central defender with great natural talent. He has progressed well to date and has the potential to become one of the best around," Mourinho said.

"We look forward to working with him to help nurture that raw talent and fulfill his potential. Eric is at the right club to continue his development."

The fee is understood to be in the region of £20 with add ons. He was also followed by a number of clubs, including Manchester City.