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Manchester United Signs Colombian Teen Orozco for $1M

10/17/2025

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Manchester United Football Club signed 17-year-old Colombian midfielder Cristian Orozco for $1 million, despite interest from a German team.
Orozco will join Manchester United in July 2026 when he turns 18.
The signing aligns with United's focus on acquiring young talents at low cost, including Diego Leon and Sekou Kone.
Manchester United is pursuing Mexican wonderkid Gilberto Mora, who impressed at the U20 World Cup.

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Manchester United Football Club signed 17-year-old Colombian midfielder Cristian Orozco for $1 million, despite interest from a German team.
Orozco will join Manchester United in July 2026 when he turns 18.
The signing aligns with United's focus on acquiring young talents at low cost, including Diego Leon and Sekou Kone.
Manchester United is pursuing Mexican wonderkid Gilberto Mora, who impressed at the U20 World Cup.