Benfica are signing permanently Manchester United loanee Alvaro Fernandez.

The wing-back, formerly of Real Madrid, joined Benfica on-loan in January to the end of the season.

Transfer expert Fabrizo Romano is reporting: "Benfica are still planning to trigger the buy option clause for Alvaro Fernandez.

"Almost €6m to Manchester United. Plans have not changed as he's doing well.

"Benfica are expected to proceed even before the scheduled date."