Ruben Amorim is poised to take advantage of Manchester United's failed move for Atalanta midfielder Ederson, with AC Milan now ready to swoop for the Brazilian. The 27-year-old had been expected to join the Premier League giants, but the deal fell through after he underwent a medical, leaving his future uncertain.
According to reports, Amorim wants to reshape the Milan midfield and is keen to change the club's recruitment strategy by pursuing proven Serie A talent. The Rossoneri have already made contact with Atalanta to explore a move for Ederson, who has been away at the World Cup with Brazil.
Milan have signalled their intent this summer by securing a club-record move for Paris Saint-Germain striker Goncalo Ramos for around £60 million. The Serie A side are also set to face Manchester United in a pre-season friendly in Poland on 15 August, giving Amorim a chance to take on his former club.
Amorim, who was sacked by United in January after a 14-month tenure, has apologised for not addressing the fans at the time. Speaking after his first Milan press conference, he said: 'The only thing I can say is that I learn a lot and I did some mistakes. I didn't have the opportunity – and I am sorry for that – to say something to the Manchester United fans at the moment, but I am really proud to have been their coach for a year.'
He added: 'Now it is a different history. There are a lot of things I could do better in the last experience. But sometimes it is like that. You need to learn to reach a different level.'
