Deal Almost Agreed for Alexis Sanchez to complete his move to Manchester, set for immediate debut

According to reports Manchester United are closing in on the move of Arsenal attacker Alexis Sanchez and could be preparing for the forward to play his first game in a United shirt this weekend.

The Chilean international attacking midfielder has been strongly linked with a transfer to Old Trafford in what seems like becoming one of the season’s biggest transfer stories.

The Red Devils dearly require the services of an attacking player of Sanchez’ quality in their team, and the Daily Express now suggest that a move could be completed within just 48 hours.

This could mean the former Barcelona man is in line to make an immediate debut on Saturday as the Jose Mourinho’s men take on FC Burnley.

Armenian international Henrikh Mkhitaryan still looks prepared to move the other way, as part of the transfer deal, with reports also suggesting Man United will cough out about £25million for the Chilean as well.

This looks like a good deal for the Gunners considering the circumstances, with the versatile attacker looking like departing the Emirates Stadium for nothing when the current season ends.

Alexis Sanchez leaving Arsenal to Manchester United will bring back sad memories of Dutch striker Robin van Persie making the same transfer move in 2012.