Man Utd negotiator reveals club paid 'more than double' expected fee

According to Mirror Football, a negotiator who played a key role in one of Manchester United's marquee signings has revealed that the club paid more than double what the selling side expected. The admission offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how one of the Premier League's biggest clubs operates in the transfer market.

The source, described as having been directly involved in the deal, said the selling club were left delighted with the final figure. While the identity of the player and the exact fee were not disclosed, the comments suggest that United's eagerness to secure a top target led them to exceed the selling club's wildest expectations.

The revelation adds to a familiar narrative about United's recruitment in recent years, with the club often accused of overpaying for star names. Still, for the selling club, it was a case of pleasant surprise, with the negotiation ending in a result far better than anticipated.

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