United sign Mexican striker Hernandez

Soccer: Manchester United responded to their Champions League disappointment by announcing their second new signing for next…

Soccer:Manchester United responded to their Champions League disappointment by announcing their second new signing for next season. The Old Trafford outfit confirmed terms have been agreed with Chivas for promising young Mexico striker Javier Hernandez.

Subject to a work permit, the deal will be completed on July 1st.

'Chicharito' joins Fulham defender Chris Smalling as a new recruit and will become the first Mexican player to sign for United.

As part of the deal, United will play a match to open the new 45,000 capacity Chivas Stadium in Guadalajara as part of its 2010/11 season preparations.

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Manager, Alex Ferguson said: "I am delighted to reach agreement with Chivas to bring such an exciting young striker, who has been in such prolific form for both his club and his country.

"He will be a great addition to our squad and we look forward to welcoming our first Mexican player in the summer.

"We are equally excited to play our first game in Mexico, opening the magnificent new Chivas Stadium in July."