Manchester United fullback Fabio da Silva is excited by the prospect of moving to Benfica next season.

The young Brazilian is expected to join Benfica on-loan as part of a deal which will take Nicolas Gaitan to Old Trafford.

"I am excited about the opportunity to play for Benfica, being a famous and great team," Fabio told O Jogo.

"I feel very honored by the interest of Benfica, but my transfer now depends on Manchester United completing negotiations."