United closing in on Ronaldinho

MANCHESTER UNITED will almost certainly unveil Brazilian World Cup winner Ronaldinho after this month’s Confederations Cup.

After weeks of delicate negotiations, Old Trafford chief executive Peter Kenyon has virtually tied up the £10million deal, with just a few minor details to be sorted out before a formal announcement is made through the Stock Exchange.

While the possibility exists for the transfer to be ratified within 24 hours, it is thought unlikely and with both Kenyon and manager Sir Alex Ferguson on holiday next week, it appears almost certain the official signing will not be completed until the end of the month.