Manchester United have completed the signing Dimitar Berbatov from Tottenham Hotspur, despite the London club having earlier accepted a shock bid from Manchester City. United striker Fraizer Campbell has moved in the opposite direction on a season-long loan.
Although United have not confirmed how much they have paid for the 27-year-old, Tottenham revealed that they had agreed a fee of £30.75million. As part of the deal, Spurs have agreed not to pursue a complaint against United for making an illegal approach to the player.
"This is a key signing," said the United boss Sir Alex Ferguson. "Dimitar is one of the best and most exciting strikers in world football. His style and ability will give the team a different dimension and I am sure he will be a popular player with the fans."
Berbatov was driven away from Old Trafford just before the announcement of his move was made public. In a statement the Bulgarian said: "Joining Manchester United is a dream come true for me. I look forward to playing my part in helping this club win more honours in the years to come."
Although United have not confirmed how much they have paid for the 27-year-old, Tottenham revealed that they had agreed a fee of £30.75million. As part of the deal, Spurs have agreed not to pursue a complaint against United for making an illegal approach to the player.
"This is a key signing," said the United boss Sir Alex Ferguson. "Dimitar is one of the best and most exciting strikers in world football. His style and ability will give the team a different dimension and I am sure he will be a popular player with the fans."
Berbatov was driven away from Old Trafford just before the announcement of his move was made public. In a statement the Bulgarian said: "Joining Manchester United is a dream come true for me. I look forward to playing my part in helping this club win more honours in the years to come."
From Daniel Taylor guardian.co.uk
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