Manchester United Agree £37m Deal for Atalanta Midfielder Éderson

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Manchester United have agreed to sign Atalanta midfielder Éderson for a fee that could rise to £37m as they look to bolster their squad for the Champions League.

Manchester United's Midfield Rebuild

Manchester United have agreed to sign the Atalanta midfielder Éderson for a fee which could rise to about £37m as they work to bolster the squad for their return to the Champions League.

Éderson's Profile and Signing

Éderson is in line to be the first summer arrival as United aim to provide Michael Carrick with the depth to cope with four competitions. United’s director of football, Jason Wilcox, has closely monitored the Brazilian’s progress in Serie A and is a keen admirer.

Financial and Squad Implications

United are looking to add quality in midfield after losing experienced player Casemiro.
The 26-year-old Éderson fits that profile and has spent four seasons at Atalanta, playing in the Champions League in the last two and winning the Europa League in 2024.

Future Midfield Signings

Éderson is unlikely to be United’s only midfield signing. Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson is another option but is thought to favour a move to Manchester City, and Real Madrid’s Aurélien Tchouaméni is also under consideration.

The Road Ahead

Personal terms are not thought to be a problem for Éderson, who has not been picked for the World Cup. Manuel Ugarte, who has struggled since moving to United in 2024, could be allowed to leave on loan or permanently.