Manchester United are going through a tough season as they are 14th in the Premier League points table currently. They have 34 points from 24 matches with nine wins, seven draws, and 12 matches. It is quite certain that they need changes to their squad, and Ruben Amorim is looking at the transfer market for possible options.
United are looking to strengthen their midfield as the first priority. The future of Casemiro and Christian Eriksen at the Old Trafford are under the clouds, and Mason Mount has struggled to find his footing for the Red Devils. So, a new midfielder is a point of importance for Manchester United.
Manchester United want to sign Ederson from Atalanta
Calciomercato has revealed that Manchester United are ready to go all out for the signing of Atalanta midfielder Ederson. They are ready to spend €60 million in order to bring the Brazilian to the Old Trafford.
Manchester United Ederson
The 25-year-old has displayed his skills and has been a standout performer while playing for Atalanta. His performances have made him a target for a number of clubs and have also earned him a spot in the national team.
He has been part of 23 matches for the club in Serie A and has churned out three goals with one assist. He has an xG of 2.9 in the Italian league. Ederson is a sensational box-to-box player with a mixture of physicality and technical skill.
Will he be beneficial for the club?
His relentless energy and stamina enable him to cover the pitch, pressing aggressively to disrupt opponents, a trait honed in Gian Piero Gasperini’s high-intensity system. Ederson’s compact build aids in winning duels and shielding the ball.
Manchester United Ederson
The 25-year-old excels in ball progression, driving forward with purpose and delivering crisp, short-to-medium passes. His defensive work rate is on full display with sharp tackles and dominance in the air.
Ederson’s late runs into the box add an attacking edge. He is a versatile all-action midfielder and thrives in transitions and high-pressing setups.
So, there is no doubt that he will add a lot of quality to the midfield of United. However, the Red Devils will face stiff competition from the likes of Liverpool, Chelsea, and Manchester City. Meanwhile, the €60 million bid places them at an advantage, and that might lure Atalanta to sell him to the Red Devils.
#mufc are leading the race for Atalanta's Ederson, and have communicated a desire to make an offer. United are likely to offer a fee of €60m [@86_longo] pic.twitter.com/Vvv3ORoc3s
— utdreport (@utdreport) March 11, 2025
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It remains to be seen what finally happens in the transfer window, but Amorim does need to change his tactics a bit to suit the Brazilian with his skills in the middle of the park. Given United’s financial struggles, it will definitely be a big investment if they manage to pull it off.