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Manchester United ready to pay €55-60 million to sign Ederson

Manchester United are reportedly willing to fork out €55-60 million to sign 25-year-old Brazilian midfielder Ederson from Serie A club Atalanta in the summer transfer window.

According to a report by Italian outlet Tuttosport, Ederson is the subject of interest from Manchester United. The Red Devils are combing the market for a midfielder heading into the summer transfer window and have set their sights on the Atalanta mainstay. They are ready to cough up €55-60 million to sign the Brazilian international from the Serie A club, having also intensified contact to discuss a deal.

The rise and rise of Ederson

Ederson has seen his stock skyrocket since joining Atalanta from Salernitana in July 2022. The South American midfielder has been a mainstay in the middle of the park for La Dea in the last three years, with his exploits also helping him establish a foothold in his national squad.

The 25-year-old has turned out nearly 150 times thus far for Atalanta while chipping in with 13 goals and four assists. The player’s versatility and defensive output have piqued the attention of several high-profile clubs across Europe.

However, a move to the Premier League might be on the cards, with Manchester United among the prospective suitors vying for his signature heading into the summer transfer window. Recent reports have also linked the Brazilian international with other European bigwigs like Manchester City and Real Madrid. However, the Red Devils are ramping up their efforts to secure his services.

Old Trafford beckons?

Manchester United’s interest in Ederson is understandable. The Red Devils are keen on bolstering their midfield unit in the summer transfer window amid uncertainties surrounding the long-term futures of Casemiro and Christian Eriksen. So, the Atalanta midfielder has emerged as a viable target for Manchester United.

The report has claimed that the Premier League heavyweights have “increased contacts” with Atalanta over a possible move in the summer transfer window. In addition, they are ready to cough up €55-60 million to secure his services.

With Manchester United intensifying their efforts to sign the 25-year-old Brazilian international, a summer move may be on the cards. However, it is unclear if a bid worth €55-60 million will be enough to convince Atalanta, with recent reports suggesting an asking price of €75 million.

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