Andrey Santos' wife Yngryd Freire Santos has joined the midfielder in Manchester after his £50m transfer to Manchester United from Chelsea. She posted a touching message on Instagram celebrating her husband's move.
Santos' Move to Manchester United
Santos joined United last month from Chelsea in a shock swoop after the Red Devils missed out on their priority targets Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes, who joined Manchester City and Tottenham respectively in combined transfers of £200m.
Given the overhaul needed at Old Trafford, United were unable to match such fees and the board swiftly pivoted to Santos, who is an exciting addition with his untapped potential at just 22.
Career Path and Family Life
Santos joined Chelsea in 2023 from Vasco da Gama in his native Brazil before a successful loan spell at Strasbourg placed him in the Blues' first team plans. But having been stuck behind Moises Caicedo and Enzo Fernandez in the pecking order, Chelsea were happy to cash in on the energetic midfielder who played just 47 times for the club.
Santos signed a contract until 2031 and was joined by his wife Yngryd Freire Santos. The couple married in May 2023 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, while Santos was on loan back at Vasco da Gama. They have two children together, with their second son Bryan welcomed in April.
Yngryd's Social Media Presence
Yngryd frequently posts supportive messages on social media celebrating Santos' football career, but her account is private, only allowing those accepted by her to see her posts. Her celebratory message read: “Thankful for all that God has done and excited to experience this new chapter! May this journey be blessed, filled with achievements and unforgettable moments. We are so proud of you, my love @04Andrey. A testimony so great will come out that it will be impossible to say that it was not God. Come on, United!!!”
The family celebrated their eldest son's birthday with an extravagant Disney-themed party in Brazil, featuring singers, Disney characters and a recreated castle background.
Pre-Season and Premier League Opener
Santos has featured prominently for United throughout pre-season after he was left out of Carlo Ancelotti's World Cup squad. Despite the heartbreak of missing out on the Brazil squad, Santos has had the perfect opportunity to settle into life at United ahead of the Premier League season opener against Hull City next Saturday.
