Manchester United club official follows Fred on Instagram
The Shakhtar Donetsk star had been expected to complete his transfer by Tuesday after his agent jetted in for talks.
But it appears TV Globo, who are showing the Brazil vs Croatia friendly on state television have already confirmed Fred will officially become a United player.
One reporter claimed the deal was worth £50m, while the commentator believed the fee to actually be £53m.
Fred is likely to head straight to Manchester from Liverpool this evening to undergo a medical at Carrington.
Fred could be confirmed by Manchester United this evening (Image: Getty)
Fred is currently in Liverpool this evening for Brazil's clash with Croatia (Image: Getty)
And TV Globo say the deal could be completed as early as Sunday evening.
The 25-year-old had been expected to join neighbours Manchester City back in January before a move fell through.
And there was concerns from United fans at the start of the transfer window, as Shakhtar threatened to play hardball over their star man.
Fred could seal his move on Sunday evening (Image: Getty)
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The Ukrainian side have made a habit of making incredible profit on their Brazilian stars.
Willian, Fernandinho and Douglas Costa have all been sold by the club for tidy transfer fees in the past.
Fred will replace Michael Carrick, who has joined Jose Mourinho's coaching staff.