Manchester United's summer transfer business has been marked by frustration, and reports over the weekend suggested another setback with the proposed move for Atalanta midfielder Ederson. The club had agreed a deal worth just over £38million and personal terms with the Brazil international before the World Cup, with the player himself hinting the transfer was close to completion.
However, several outlets claimed on Friday evening that an underlying knee issue had derailed the move following Ederson's medical examination in the UK, leading to suggestions the deal had collapsed. In contrast, the Manchester Evening News reports that United sources have denied the transfer is off, with the internal feeling that such claims were made to increase pressure on the club to finalise the agreement.
As things stand, it remains uncertain whether the 27-year-old will complete his switch to Old Trafford. The uncertainty comes after United missed out on key targets Elliot Anderson and Mateus Fernandes to Premier League rivals, while the capture of Andrey Santos from Chelsea in a £50million deal has been seen as underwhelming given the elite midfielders previously linked with the club.
On a more positive note, United could receive a significant boost to their transfer kitty in the coming days. According to ESPN, both Fenerbahce and Atletico Madrid have agreed deals with Marseille for Mason Greenwood, who joined the French club in July 2024 for £26.6million.
That transfer included a sell-on clause, which would be triggered if the 24-year-old moves on. United would receive an estimated £11.9million if he opts for Fenerbahce, or £13.3million should he return to Madrid, where he previously had a loan spell with Getafe. Such an influx of funds would provide welcome relief as Ineos chiefs continue to navigate a challenging market.
With the window still open, United's activity remains under close scrutiny, and the resolution of both the Ederson and Greenwood situations could prove pivotal to their summer plans.
