Shakhtar CEO Sergey Palkin told about possible acquisitions in the summer transfer window and the transfer of Fred.

Earlier, Manchester United and Shakhtar reported on the agreement on the transition of the 25-year-old Brazilian Fred to the camp of the English club.

"How did the negotiations go?" We negotiated with representatives of United for more than two months. Since April, their scout has been constantly present at all our home games in Kharkov. Jose Mourinho wanted to see Fred in the MJ. Negotiations were interesting, and, as I said earlier, we are completely satisfied with the terms of the agreement, "Palkin quotes the official website of the Miner.

"Fred in the miner from 2013, he seriously grew as a football player and today is worthy to continue performances in a stronger championship. I'm sure he will progress and improve his level. I wish him success in the Premier League.

It's nice that our former players - Willian, Fernandinho, Mkhitaryan and Fred - are performing in England for the top clubs that are fighting for the first place ".

"Will there be gains before the new season? Yes, but we'll provide the details later.". I can say one thing: we are actively working to make Shakhtar even stronger ".

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