Fresh from securing a third-place finish and witnessing Bruno Fernandes break the all-time Premier League single-season assist record, Manchester United have officially opened negotiations with Atalanta for Ederson.
The hard-tackling Brazilian midfielder had previously looked destined for Atletico Madrid. However, the Spanish side recently pivoted toward Wolves midfielder Joao Gomes due to financial constraints.
This tactical shift has opened the door for United. INEOS executives are eager to secure at least two marquee midfielders this summer to completely replace the departing Casemiro, and a deal for Ederson is expected to cost around £39m.
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