The 17-year-old holding midfielder will join the Red Devils who have hopes of winning the league title by 2028. Now, An agreement has been reached with his current side for a deal worth around $1M.
Transfer expert Fabrizio Romano confirmed the news on Thursday morning as the teenager prepares to join the side next year.
“Manchester United have now sealed and signed a deal to bring in 17-year-old Colombian talent Cristian Orozco.
“$1m transfer fee from Fortaleza in deal valid from summer 2026.
“#MUFC lawyers approved all the contracts, deal coordinated by lead scout Antonaccio.
“Here we go.”
His arrival follows the likes of Chido Obi, Sekou Kone, Ayden Heaven and Diego Leon in the past 18 months in what is now an academy set up for the future as the club build a side worthy of being title contenders.
The likes of Manuel Ugarte and Casemiro have failed in the middle of the park in recent years as United continue to fail to control each game they play. Orozco is young, but he is a prospect for the future of the club’s midfield and manager Ruben Amorim will be hoping he has unearthed the latest South American gem.