Manchester United have reached an agreement to sign Atalanta midfielder Éderson for a fee that could rise to approximately £37 million, marking the start of a midfield rebuild as the club prepares for a return to the Champions League.
The 26-year-old Brazilian is expected to be United's first summer arrival, with director of football Jason Wilcox having closely monitored his progress in Serie A. United are looking to provide manager Michael Carrick with sufficient depth to compete across four competitions next season.
United moved for Éderson after losing experienced midfielder Casemiro, and the club was eager to add quality in the centre of the pitch. Manuel Ugarte, who has struggled since joining United in 2024, could be allowed to leave either on loan or permanently.
Personal terms are not expected to be an issue for Éderson, who has not been selected for the World Cup. He has spent four seasons at Atalanta, featuring in the Champions League for the last two campaigns and winning the Europa League in 2024.
Éderson is unlikely to be United's only midfield signing. Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson is another option but is thought to favour a move to Manchester City, while Real Madrid's Aurélien Tchouaméni is also under consideration.
