Manchester United agree Phil Jones deal

Manchester United have confirmed the signing of Phil Jones from Blackburn on their official website.

The Under-21 international has put pen to paper to a five-year deal, with the transfer reportedly worth around £16.5 million.

“Manchester United is delighted to announce it has signed an agreement with Blackburn Rovers for the transfer of Phil Jones,” said a statement on club’s official website.

“The player passed a medical in Manchester last week and has agreed a five-year contract.

“The deal will be completed once the player returns from international duty.”