According to the prestigious journalist Florian Plettenberg, manchester united considering an approach for Atalanta midfielder Ederson during the winter transfer window.
The Red Devils have had a mixed start first division campaign, but they are still in the race for champions league places. A new midfielder could be prioritized next year with the possibility of casemiro and Christian Eriksen leaves the club.
Plettenberg are now reporting that Man United are “discussing” and “considering” a move for Ederson. The Brazilian is highly valued internally. The Red Devils are planning a midfield reinforcement and could spend money in the next transfer window.
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United are expected to make changes in the near future. The club have appointed Ruben Amorim as their new coach and the Portuguese could demand signings to suit their 3-4-3 formation in the future.
Manuel Ugarte previously played with him at Sporting Lisbon for 2 seasons and could be one of the regular starters. Kobbie Mainoo and Mason Mount could also compete for places in central midfield.
Casemiro and Eriksen will probably make way next year, considering they are prone to losing possession. Ederson would be an excellent addition to the team and United have already been tracking him for some time.
The club were interested in bringing him to Old Trafford last summer, but it was a worthwhile proposition. £46 million was rejected. Atalanta believe he is an “XL player” and have already tripled the £19m spent on him (£57m).
Ederson has similar traits to Ugarte. The 25-year-old has an exceptional work rate and knows how to win duels regularly. He is also good with the ball at his feet.
The Brazilian was brilliant against Arsenal in the Champions League earlier this campaign, where won 8 duels and a wasted penalty by striker Mateo Retegui.
It remains to be seen if United can afford to secure his signature in January. The club needs to balance its books by the summer and may need a big sale to get a deal done.
