Victor Lindelof

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VICTOR LINDELOF

Birthdate : 17 Jul 1994
Birthplace : Vasteras, Sweden
Position : Centre-back / Right-back
Height: 6ft 2in
Joined United : 01 Jul 2017
Joined From : Benfica
International : Sweden

2010-2012 : Vasteras 41 games, 0 goals
2012-2016 : Benfica B 96 games, 4 goals
2013-2017 : Benfica 73 games, 2 goals
2016- : Sweden 12 games, 1 goal

Dealing with pressure is something that appears to come naturally to unflappable Swedish defender Victor Lindelof.

In June 2015, he was faced with an intensity that must have been new to him as he stepped forward to take a penalty in the European Under-21 Championship final shoot-out with Portugal, the country where he plied his trade with Benfica.

Abdul Khalili had missed Sweden's previous attempt at the Eden Arena in Prague and Joao Mario's conversion tied the scores at 3-3. Calmness personified, the defender beat Jose Sa and William Carvalho's failure from 12 yards ensured the Swedes could enjoy a notable first international triumph.

Lindelof had only been introduced to the squad as a late call-up but performed with distinction at right-back, earning a place in UEFA's Team of the Tournament. It helped provide added impetus to his club career as he forced his way into the senior Benfica side and enjoyed experience in the domestic top flight and Champions League.

Patience has been important for the Scandinavian, who burst into Vasteras' first team when only 16 years old. He helped his local side gain promotion but left when Benfica came calling in 2012. The Lisbon giants had seen his potential in Sweden's Under-16s and Under-17s and made their move.

Still only 17, Lindelof understandably had to wait for an opportunity and cut his teeth with the B team, going on to make 40 appearances in the Portuguese second tier and spending his first season there as a right-back. A move into a more central position confirmed his growing maturity as he was able to impress at centre-half and also in a holding midfield role.

A loan move to Middlesbrough was discussed last year but he instead became a valuable member of the Benfica defence and successfully fought for his place. Speaking with confidence, he had declared an intent to oust his older, more experienced colleagues and so it proved as he emerged as one of Europe's most promising young defenders.

International recognition with Sweden's senior team has naturally followed and, after starting all three games at Euro 2016, he scored his first goal at that level against Bulgaria in October 2016. Although his primary focus is defending, he also grabbed an important equaliser in a 1-1 draw with Sporting Lisbon in April with a wonderful free-kick past Rui Patricio.

Winning trophies has become something of a habit for the Swedish stopper as he has three Portuguese league titles to his name, in addition to two Portuguese Cups, one League Cup and one Super Cup. This is without mentioning that European Under-21 Championship medal, of course.

Lindelof, approaching his 23rd birthday, appears ready to take this next big step in his career. Zlatan Ibrahimovic had identified his fellow countryman as an emerging leader last Christmas, telling reporters: "He is growing and has a lot of responsibility with the national team now."

And there is plenty to admire about the Sweden team at present. The 2-1 victory over France, at the scene of United's Europa League success against Ajax in Stockholm, took Janne Andersson's side to the top of Group A in the World Cup qualifiers. As the Netherlands are back in third place, it is a measure of the progress being made by the Scandinavian country and the prospect of a real upset in terms of clinching an automatic spot in Russia next year cannot be dismissed.

For now, the composed centre-back will be focusing on adapting to life at United after signing a four-year deal with the option of a further year, to start on 1 July. In 2016, Jose Mourinho's first summer signing was also a defender with much promise in Eric Bailly. If Lindelof can enjoy a debut campaign as successful as the Ivory Coast international's first year in Manchester, everybody will be delighted.

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Manchester United are still keen on £38million man Victor Lindelof as FIFA look into cash row between Benfica and defender's old club in Sweden

* Manchester United are considering a £38million-move for Victor Lindelof
* Swedish defender is centre of a clash between Benfica and old club Vasteras
* FIFA are investigating row over a €250,000 payment for European appearances
* However, argument over add-on would not affect Old Trafford move

The £38million move Manchester United are considering for Victor Lindelof will not be stopped by a transfer dispute between Benfica and his first club.

The 22–year-old central defender is a major target for United in the January window and talks are on-going.

However, current employers Benfica and tiny Swedish third tier outfit Vasteras, where Lindelof started his career, are at odds over his 2011 £60,000 move to Portugal — with Fifa investigating.

The row concerns an add-on clause in the deal which stipulated that Benfica hand over 8250,000 after Lindelof made 10 first-team starts in the Primeira Liga and Champions League — which he accomplished in April.

Benfica have reportedly refused to pay, prompting Vasteras to complain to Fifa.

The contract under question also includes a sell-on clause which is thought to promise the tiny club 20 per cent of any subsequent move.


Manchester United are considering a £38million-bid for Benfica defender Victor Lindelof

Should that happen, Vasteras would net around £7.6m, instantly transforming their finances.

However, the lawyer representing Vasteras, who are situated in a small city around 60 miles west of Stockholm, has told Sportsmail that the wrangle will not hold up Lindelof’s potential transfer.

‘The case with Fifa does not concern the sell-on clause,’ Lars Nilsson said. ‘I don’t think it will hold anything up. It would be strange as it (the row) is based on another term. I would be very surprised if it made a difference.’

Nilsson says Benfica have not yet responded to Fifa.

‘I think they have until January 10 to do so,’ he added. ‘Hopefully Santa Claus brings them some sense at Christmas.’

The financial implications of the move for Vasteras, whose home stadium holds 7,000, are not lost on Nilsson.

‘Maybe the transfer to Manchester, should it happen, will allow Benfica to honour the sell-on clause and fulfil their obligations.

‘If they get that money they very much will have the capacity to pay us.’

Lindelof made his debut for his hometown club at 16 and now has 11 caps for his country. His Sweden team-mate, United striker Zlatan Ibrahimovic, believes his compatriot can be a success at Old Trafford.

Ibrahimovic said: ‘He is growing. He has a lot of responsibility with the national team now.


Current United star Ibrahimovic has backed Lindelof (far left) to be a hit at Old Trafford

‘Is he good enough for United? I think he is ready for the big clubs out there. It is up to him what he wants and what the situation says. Whatever he chooses, it will be good for him. I know he is hot on the market, so let him make the right choice for him.’

A delegation from Benfica travelled to England on Monday to discuss a potential transfer. Benfica coach Rui Vitoria said: ‘If there are exits we will find solutions.’

Meanwhile, Antonio Valencia has opened discussions about a contract extension at United. The 31-year-old’s current deal runs out in 2018.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-4056316/Manchester-United-keen-38million-man-Victor-Lindelof-despite-Benfica-cash-row.html

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Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho calls off move to sign Benfica defender Victor Lindelof

* Manchester United held talks with Benfica delegation about move for defender
* However, Red Devils have now scrapped their interest in Victor Lindelof
* Manager Jose Mourinho is content with his current options at centre back

Manchester United have cooled their interest in Benfica’s £38million-rated defender Victor Lindelof after manager Jose Mourinho decided against signing a new centre-back in the January transfer window.

United have been tracking the 22-year-old Sweden international for some time, and a delegation from Benfica flew over to England last week for talks set up by super agent Jorge Mendes.

But although reports in the Portuguese media claim a deal is close, it’s understood that no bid has been made and Mourinho is happy with the central defensive options he has for the remainder of the season.


Manchester United have called off a move for Benfica's £38m-rated defender Victor Lindelof. Lindelof has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford and talks had been set up

The United boss has been impressed by the partnership of Phil Jones and Marcos Rojo in the absence of Chris Smalling and Eric Bailly, who are both available again after injury.

Bailly will depart for the Africa Cup of Nations in January but Daley Blind gives Mourinho another option in that position, and he has decided not to pursue his interest in Lindelof.

There are suspicions that Benfica have been hawking the Swede around the transfer market in the hope of finding a buyer because they have a ready-made replacement in teenager Ruben Dias. Otherwise the Portuguese club will have to offer Lindelof a new contract with a significant pay rise.

It would not be the first time that Benfica have ramped up interest in their players. Nicolas Gaitan was persistently linked with a move to United despite little encouragement from Old Trafford, and Louis van Gaal is thought have pulled the plug on a move for Renato Sanches some time before he joined Bayern Munich from Benfica in the summer.

Mourinho will only add to his squad next month if players go out, and Everton are expected to step up their pursuit of Morgan Schneiderlin and Memphis Depay next week. Schneiderlin is already the subject of an £18m bid from West Bromwich Albion.

However, United will reject any offers for Anthony Martial to go out on loan despite claims from the United winger’s agent that they are seriously considering the possibility of a short-term move to Sevilla next month.

Martial has grown frustrated at his lack of first-team football under Mourinho after an excellent first season at Old Trafford, and his representative Philippe Lamboley said: ‘We are studying the Sevilla option in detail.

‘Sevilla are a very good club, are in a good position in La Liga, play in the Champions League and have a great coach. That’s all I can tell you.’ West Ham have also enquired about taking Martial on loan, but Mourinho wants the 21-year-old French winger to work harder to win back his place.

West Ham also lodged enquiries about the availability of Marouane Fellaini and Marcus Rashford.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-4071552/Manchester-United-manager-Jose-Mourinho-calls-sign-Benfica-defender-Victor-Lindelof.html

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Manchester United set to sign Benfica defender Victor Lindelof in £35m deal
Manchester United have been long-term admirers of defender Victor Lindelof

* The Benfica star has been scouted for months and is now set for Old Trafford
* Portuguese paper Record claim United will sign Lindelof in deal worth £35m
* Jose Mourinho will pay just over £30m up-front, with almost £5m in bonuses

Manchester United will finally land Benfica defender Victor Lindelof this summer in a deal worth up to £35million, according to reports in Portugal.

Newspaper Record claim that the Sweden international will put pen to paper on a long-term contract at Old Trafford after terms between the clubs were agreed.

United will pay just over £30m up front for Lindelof, with almost £5m in bonuses if he achieves certain targets.

The report comes just a day after Portuguese daily O Jogo revealed that Benfica president Luis Filipe Vieira had travelled to England to negotiate the sales of Lindelof and his team-mate Nelson Semedo.

The 23-year-old defender has been linked with the likes of Real Madrid, Barcelona and Newcastle, although Jose Mourinho is also said to be interested.

According to O Jogo, Vieira believes he could receive as much as £83m from United if he is able to agree a double deal for the pair this summer.


Manchester United will sign Benfica's Victor Lindelof, according to Portuguese paper Record. United are interested in Benfica's Nelson Semedo (left) as well as Lindelof, according to O Jogo


The news of Lindelof's move - which is worth up to £35million - features on Record's front page

United have been keen on Lindelof since January, but a move was scuppered partly due to a payment owed to his former club Vasteras.

The 25-year-old signed a new four-and-a-half-year contract earlier this year, although that will not prove an issue with Mourinho determined to bolster his defensive options before the start of next season.

United scouts have watched Lindelof multiple times this term, including in Benfica's 4-0 victory over Belenenses in mid-March.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-4561936/Manchester-United-set-sign-Victor-Lindelof-35m.html

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Jose Mourinho refuses to rule out a move for Benfica's Victor Lindelof as Manchester United gear up for busy summer transfer window

* Manchester United are exploring a £35million deal for Victor Lindelof
* United boss Jose Mourinho is currently on holiday in Portugal but was asked about the Benfica stopper
* Mourinho was coy about the 22-year-old and said he wouldn't be commenting
* United have also drawn up a number of replacements for David de Gea

Jose Mourinho has refused to rule out a move for Benfica defender Victor Lindelof as Manchester United prepare to begin their summer transfer business.

United were exploring a £35million deal for Lindelof in January, and it’s understood that Mourinho’s agent Jorge Mendes met with Benfica president Luis Filipe Vieira last week at the Lowry Hotel in Manchester where the United boss stays.

Mourinho is currently on holiday in Portugal but was asked about Lindelof after giving a lecture at a university on the outskirts of Lisbon.

A smiling Mourinho was coy about the 22-year-old Sweden centre back, insisting that it would be disrespectful to Benfica coach Rui Vitoria to discuss his player in public.

He said: ‘I will not say if I want him or not, I think it’s incorrect.

‘Rui is not going to be happy with another club manager talking about a player who is his, and the president would not be happy to see that.

‘Lindelof is theirs and as long as he’s theirs, he’s theirs.’


Manchester United are interested in Benfica's £35million central defender Victor Lindelof. Jose Mourinho has refused to comment on a possible move for Lindelof

Meanwhile, United have drawn up a list of replacements for David de Gea if the Spain goalkeeper signs for Real Madrid this summer.

Real are expected to make their move after winning the Champions League at the weekend, and it’s understood that United would consider selling De Gea at a premium price.

The shortlist of targets is thought to include AC Milan keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, Inter’s Samir Handanovic and, possibly, Joe Hart.

United, who will sell Sam Johnstone this summer, are also admirers of Atletico Madrid No.1 Jan Oblak. However, the transfer ban that hindered their pursuit of Atletico forward Antoine Griezmann is likely to rule out any move for Oblak as well.

Any negotiations for De Gea could involve Madrid striker Alvaro Morata who is a leading candidate to replace Zlatan Ibrahimovic at Old Trafford.

The 24-year-old former Juventus striker is valued at £50m – substantially less than Everton’s Romelu Lukaku – and has been linked with a return to Italy with AC Milan.

Mourinho reiterated that he has tried to step back after a long season and is leaving the club’s transfer negotiations to executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward.

‘I got fed up and tired of football before the last day,’ he said. ‘I promised that they would not see me in football stadiums, and I stopped negotiating for players and being worried.

‘I gave my list to the CEO in April and he has until August 31 to give me what I want or not.’

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-4574952/Jose-Mourinho-refuses-rule-Victor-Lindelof.html

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Victor Lindelof not even on Manchester United bench for West Ham clash as £30m signing's fiancee sticks up for Swede on Twitter

* Victor Lindelof not picked in matchday squad for Jose Mourinho's side
* Defender struggled on his debut against Real Madrid in European Super Cup
* It is understood £30million signing is not injured and was simply omitted

Victor Lindelof has not even made the Manchester United bench for the season opener after joining from Benfica for £30million.

The central defender struggled in his competitive debut for Jose Mourinho's side in their defeat by Real Madrid in the European Super Cup.

And it seems his new boss is unwilling to risk the new man against West Ham at Old Trafford.

It is understood that Lindelof's omission is not due to any injury problems and he has simply been left out.

Lindelof's fiancee Maja Nilsson posted a photo on Twitter and slammed critics of her partner.

She wrote: 'You guys are f****** poisoning my timeline. Get out of here.'


Victor Lindelof has been omitted from Manchester United's squad to face West Ham

Mourinho will start with Phil Jones and Eric Bailly at centre-back as the Europa League champions prepare to welcome the Hammers to Old Trafford.

Yet again the Portuguese manager has shown his ruthless streak, unwilling to pander to a high transfer fee or give Lindelof time to adapt.

Time will tell if his decision is the right one, with Chris Smalling on the bench rather than the Swede.

http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-4786608/Victor-Lindelof-not-Manchester-United-bench.html

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MOURINHO WILL HAVE PATIENCE WITH LINDELOF

Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has explained that he will give Victor Lindelof time to adapt to English football following the defender's summer move from Benfica.

The boss has explained how Romelu Lukaku and Nemanja Matic are already well versed in the Premier League and that is why they were able to make instant impacts in the 4-0 win over West Ham United.

As for Lindelof, he will be given time to settle at Old Trafford with Phil Jones and Eric Bailly starting at the back against the Hammers.

"I think Real Madrid [in the UEFA Super Cup] was too early for him," said Mourinho. "He played because Jones and Bailly were both suspended.

"I've had players coming from different leagues to the Premier League and, normally, it's not easy. It's different for Lukaku and Matic as they have had years and years in the Premier League.

"I brought Ricardo Carvalho to Chelsea in 2004 and he was a phenomenal defender, one of the best central defenders in the Premier League, but he struggled. It was difficult for him to come in and adapt in the beginning.

"I think Victor needs a little bit of time and he is going to have that time. Henrikh Mkhitaryan is not a defender but, last season, he needed his time too. So let's go step by step because Victor is a fantastic player."

www.manutd.com

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