Manchester United are reportedly ‘willing’ to spend £51m to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson as Ruben Amorim looks to bolster his midfield ranks.
Two Man Utd midfielders are facing uncertain futures, with the club’s hierarchy keen to offload the £350,000 per week Casemiro, while Christian Eriksen will be out of contract in June.
Both of those players will need replacing if they leave and reports suggest the Red Devils have already begun scouring the market for midfield targets.
According to Italian outlet Calciomercato, Ederson is at the top of Man Utd’s shortlist and they are prepared to bid £51m to bring him to Old Trafford.
The 25-year-old has played a major role in Atalanta’s success since he joined the club in 2022. He can play in a six, eight, or 10 role – versatility which appeals to Man Utd.
Ederson has played in all but one of Atalanta’s Serie A games this term and the Italian side understandably want to keep him.
The Brazilian is contracted until 2027, so Atalanta are in a strong negotiating position and are well aware of the growing interest in his signature.