The agent of a £42 million star has reportedly been in touch with Manchester United as Rúben Amorim focuses on securing a third summer signing.
Manchester United have struggled in the Premier League this season, and will be busy in the transfer window this summer in an attempt to be much better next season.
With Christian Eriksen set to leave, and Casemiro’s future at Old Trafford uncertain, United are set to enter the market for midfield reinforcements in the summer.
Multiple reports have stated that Rúben Amorim’s team are working to sign Matheus Cunha and Liam Delap as soon as possible, and it has been claimed that the club will then focus on securing a midfielder.
One of the names that has recently emerged is Atalanta midfielder Ederson, who is set to leave Italy this summer and is expected to join the Premier League at the start of next season.
United are set for a very busy summer. With Ederson expected to cost around £42 million, United will need to offload several players to cope financially with the potentially incoming players.
United in contact with Ederson’s agents
TBR Football chief correspondent Graeme Bailey has confirmed that Ederson’s camp has been in touch with a number of Premier League clubs.
They have informed clubs of his intention to leave Atalanta, amid long-term interest from United, Manchester City, and Newcastle, all of whom have shown interest in the Brazilian.
While there’s no concrete interest so far, Bailey told TBR Football that: “Ederson’s on a lot of Premier League clubs’ shortlists.”
In January, South American football expert Tim Vickery likened Ederson to Newcastle star, Bruno Guimaraes, saying: “He’s a strong, well-built central midfielder, he’s strong on the ball, versatile, box-to-box and has a strong personality as well.”
How would Ederson fit at United?
The 25-year-old’s performances this season in Atalanta’s Serie A season have been stellar, being a key player in Gian Piero Gasperini’s team.
Ederson would be a perfect candidate for the midfield role. Being likened to one of the Premier League’s best midfielders is undoubtedly a great thing.
One of Amorim’s key parts of his tactics is intensity. Ederson is well known for his relentless work ethic and high intensity off the ball.
Any deal for the highly rated midfielder will be challenging, considering United’s financial restraints, but United should do everything possible to secure the Brazilian’s presence at Old Trafford next season.
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