Done Deal: Oleksandr Zinchenko joins Manchester City

Manchester City have completed the signing of a young talent from Ukraine, Oleksandr Zinchenko.

The 19-year-old Ukraine international scored twice in 26 appearances last season for Russian club FC Ufa. He joined the Russian club from Shakhtar Donetsk on a free transfer in 2015.

His arrival On Etihad was confirmed by City’s official Twitter feed on Monday.

 

Manchester City are pleased to announce the transfer of Ukrainian midfielder Oleksandr Zinchenko from FC Ufa. pic.twitter.com/9r2T0a0a0w

— Manchester City (@ManCity) July 4, 2016

 

Zinchenko has won six caps for Ukraine since his international debut in October 2015. He has also played in all three of Ukraine’s matches at Euro 2016, coming on as a substitute against Germany and Northern Ireland before his country’s elimination.

Hs transfer into the club followed the transfer of Spain International forward Nolito who closed the deal with Manchester City on Friday.

Zinchenko becomes City’s fourth signing under new boss Pep Guardiola, following the captures of Ilkay Gundogan, Aaron Mooy and Nolito.