The 22-year-old becomes the Portuguese’s first signing for a fee in the region of £30 million and has been tipped to become a star at Old TraffordJose Mourinho believes Manchester United’s new signing Eric Bailly has the potential to become one of the best in the world.
The 22-year-old has joined from Villarreal in a deal worth around £30 million and has signed a four-year contract with the option of a further two seasons.
Bailly, who has made only 35 La Liga appearances, is Mourinho’s first signing as United manager and the Portuguese believes the Ivory Coast international can develop into a star.
“Eric is a young central defender with great natural talent,” Mourinho told the club’s official website.
“He has progressed well to date and has the potential to become one of the best around.
“We look forward to working with him to help nurture that raw talent and fulfil his potential. Eric is at the right club to continue his development.”
