Manchester United midfielder Fred is considered by Paul Parker to have been the worst signing of the 2018-19 campaign, with the former Red Devils defender saying: “I doubt if he’s even Brazilian!”
The South American saw a clamour for his signature sparked heading into the summer transfer window of 2018.
Leading sides from across Europe were said to have cast admiring glances in his direction.
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In the end, United got a £52 million ($67m) deal with Shakhtar Donetsk over the line and brought a much sought-after asset onto their books.