Manchester United are showing interest in Atalanta midfielder Ederson ahead of the summer, according to journalist Rudy Galetti.
The Old Trafford side have reportedly asked again for new information on the Brazil international as they continue to assess their options ahead of a looming midfield rebuild, with Nottingham Forest star Elliot Anderson among those under consideration.
United have placed the signing of a new defensive midfielder at the top of their agenda as they look to replace Casemiro, whose contract expires at the end of the season.
The Brazilian has already confirmed he will be leaving Old Trafford in June, four years after joining United from Real Madrid in 2022.
Man Utd Showing Interest in Ederson
Ederson celebrating after scoring for Atalanta
According to Galetti, Ederson has been on United’s shortlist for more than a year, with the Red Devils actively monitoring the Brazilian’s situation.
Ederson was a target for Atletico Madrid during the January transfer window and appears to remain on the Spanish capital side’s shortlist ahead of the summer.
The Brazilian will have only a year left on his contract in June, which could significantly weaken Atalanta’s bargaining position. The 26-year-old joined the Bergamo club in 2022 from fellow Serie A side Salernitana.
Ederson, praised as 'the strongest defensive midfielder in the world', has made 33 appearances for Atalanta in all competitions this season, including nine outings in the Champions League.
Ugarte Could Leave Alongside Casemiro
Manuel Ugarte in action for Manchester United
Manchester United could end up signing more than one midfielder this summer amid growing uncertainty over Manuel Ugarte’s future.
The Uruguayan has struggled for regular game time this season, playing just 915 minutes across all competitions, and could look to end his underwhelming Old Trafford spell.
According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, several Italian clubs are keeping close tabs on Ugarte ahead of the summer, while Galatasaray showed interest in the 24-year-old in January.
Ugarte joined United from Paris Saint-Germain in 2024 and is under contract until 2029, with the club holding an option for a further season.
Breaking Down Ederson’s Midfield Profile
Atalanta midfielder Ederson waves to supporters
Amid United’s long-standing interest in Ederson, we asked ChatGPT to break down the 26-year-old Brazilian’s midfield qualities:
Box-to-box engine – Covers large distances, contributes defensively with tackles and interceptions, and drives transitions from defence to attack.
Ball progression and creativity – Comfortable carrying the ball forward, breaking lines, and making purposeful passes to advance play.
Versatility and work rate – Can play as a deep-lying pivot or advanced midfielder, combining high energy, pressing, and defensive discipline.
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