Brazilian youngster Dodo looks set to join
Manchester United after the Corinthians defender claimed he is
eagerly anticipating his switch.
The highly-rated centre-back says he will join up
with Sir Alex Ferguson's side next year, with reports suggesting
that United will pay a fee of €6million (£5.4million) in February
2010.
"As there are already some Brazilians in England, I suppose that
I am going to get adapted easier," said Dodo.
"I have never played with the twins Fabio and Rafael, neither
with Anderson, but it's good for me to have them near. Even
Cristiano Ronaldo as he speaks in Portuguese.
"I started playing at Cruzeiro. I was 11 years old and played
there for three years. Then I went to Corinthians where I am since
2007.
"I returned from being on duty with the Under-17 national team
and only had time to be with my parents for a few hours.
"I received the instructions to travel to England. I don't know
how to speak in English but I am travelling with John and he is
going to be my interpreter.
"The way in which I play is the typical Brazilian style, with
technique and ability. I also get identified with European style so
that mixture can be something very good for me.
"Every player dreams to play in the national team and then be
transferred to a European team. I am doing that. Next year I will
join the first team of Manchester United. I am going to play next
to the best players of the world."
