Manchester United announce five-year Aeroflot partnership

Manchester United have announced that they have clinched a five-year partnership with Moscow-based international airline Aeroflot.

The airline, which has become the club's official carrier, will provide advice on travel for the Premier-League winning team.

"Manchester United and Aeroflot share several core values and we are pleased to be welcoming such a high quality company as a sponsor," managing director Richard Arnold told the club's official website.

"Like the club, Aeroflot demonstrates team work, quality and a pride in its heritage, whilst still embracing new technologies and innovation."

The announcement was made at a ceremony at Old Trafford today, with the club's first-team squad and manager David Moyes in attendance.