Manchester United are planning to sign five new players this summer after agreeing a deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson, who will become the first arrival of the Michael Carrick era. The club, having secured Champions League football, recognises the need to strengthen a squad that played only 40 games last season and will face a heavier workload in the coming campaign.
According to The Times, United have struck an initial £35 million deal for the Brazilian midfielder. Beyond Ederson, the club is monitoring Real Madrid's Aurelien Tchouameni, West Ham's Mateus Fernandes, and Brighton's Carlos Baleba. Elliot Anderson has also been linked, but Manchester City are reportedly leading the race for his signature.
A striker is a priority after Rasmus Hojlund's permanent departure, while a left-back is also under consideration, with Newcastle's Lewis Hall emerging as a potential target. However, the club's hierarchy, backed by Carrick, insists that the path for academy graduates must remain open. Carrick, who took over in January, has already reintegrated Kobbie Mainoo and is keen to promote young talent like Shea Lacey.
To fund these moves, United are set to offload several high-profile players. Manuel Ugarte, Joshua Zirkzee, Marcus Rashford, and Andre Onana are available for transfer, while Casemiro has left after his contract expired. Jadon Sancho, who spent a disappointing loan at Aston Villa, will also depart on a free transfer.
