No, not that Fred. Frederico Rodrigues Santos isn't the lumbering Fluminese striker who stunk up much of the 2014 World Cup, but rather a highly-rated attacking midfielder for Shakhtar Donetsk. Despite his small stature (standing only 5'6"), he is regarded as one of the most promising youngsters in European football. Signing Fred would hardly be a bargain for Ellis Short, given the 15,000,000 that changed hands during his move from Brazilian club Internacional. Despite this, he could well be a game-changer for the Black Cats. The Copa America will begin to show whether he's the next South American superstar, or merely a flash in the pan.
