After announcing that they wanted to hold on to Nani Sporting Lisbon have agreed to sell the player to Manchester United. United have released the following statement on their website:

“Manchester United is delighted to announce it has agreed terms in principle with Sporting Lisbon for the purchase of the registration of Nani.
“Personal terms have been agreed and a formal announcement will take place once the necessary administrative procedures, including a medical have been completed.

The announcement will upset Spurs manager Martin Jol who had hoped to secure the services of the Winger who has been dubbed the new Cristiano Ronaldo.