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Agent: 'Manchester United too slow for Pedro deal'

The agent of Pedro claims that Manchester United "fell asleep" during contract negotiations, allowing Chelsea to sign the winger from Barcelona.

The agent of new Chelsea signing Pedro has suggested that Manchester United "fell asleep" while attempting to agree a deal with Barcelona for the winger.

The Spanish international completed his move to the Premier League champions yesterday, despite being heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford for several weeks.

Antonio Sanz told Radio Club Tenerife: "Maybe Manchester United fell asleep. The negotiation with Chelsea was like a lightning bolt.

"It is common knowledge that United were in the bidding for Pedro, but Chelsea were faster and within 24 hours reached an agreement with the club. It was a whirlwind.

"Pedro is going to have a very good year and is going to be one of the sensations of the Premier League."

Jose Mourinho has admitted that he does not know whether Pedro will be ready to make his debut against West Bromwich Albion this weekend.

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