Manchester United Near Deal for Atalanta Midfielder José Ederson

Manchester United are close to signing Atalanta midfielder José Ederson, according to a recent report. The 26‑year‑old Brazilian would join the Red Devils in the summer transfer window.

Ederson featured regularly for Atalanta in the previous Serie A campaign, appearing in 41 matches across all competitions. He contributed three goals and two assists and is described as one of the best central midfielders in Serie A.

His contract with Atalanta expires at the end of next season, potentially allowing Manchester United to acquire him at a reduced cost. A photo of Ederson taken by Simone Arveda captured him watching a Serie A clash between Genoa CFC and Atalanta BC at Luigi Ferraris Stadium on 21 December 2025.

Ederson combines strong tackling with an ability to read danger, operating as a box‑to‑box, defensive or number‑ten midfielder. Michael Carrick’s midfield could benefit from his steel, and he may serve as a replacement for Casemiro at Old Trafford. Whether he can replicate his form in the Premier League remains to be seen.