Bayern Munich beat Man United to midfielder Sanches

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Tuesday 10 May 2016 at 11:13am

Renato Sanches is on the move. Credit: PA

Bundesliga champions Bayern Munich have confirmed the signing of highly-rated teenager Renato Sanches from Benfica.

The 18-year-old Portuguese midfielder had been heavily linked with a move to Manchester United but will instead join the Germans in the summer.

Bayern Munich confirmed they have paid €35 million plus potential add-ons for the teenager.

Karl Heinz Rummenigge said: "C Bayern has been watching Renato Sanches for a long period. We’re pleased we’ve been able to sign him despite big-name international competition. Renato is dynamic, a good tackler and a technically skilled midfielder who’ll add even more strength to our team."