Overview
- By Tuesday, May 26, multiple outlets reported that Manchester United and Atalanta held face-to-face talks and entered advanced negotiations over Ederson’s transfer.
- Journalists say Ederson has given Manchester United priority and personal terms have been agreed, with the player pausing talks with other clubs to focus on a move to Old Trafford.
- A valuation gap remains because Atalanta want roughly €45–50 million while United are discussing lower structured offers that include add-ons and performance payments.
- The transfer is tied to a wider midfield rebuild at United after Casemiro’s departure and the likely sale of Manuel Ugarte, with the club planning to sign two or three midfielders this summer.
- Next steps are a formal club-to-club agreement and an internal green light from United, and if completed the deal would likely be United’s first midfield signing and shape how they pursue remaining targets.