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Manchester United are interested in signing Atalanta’s Brazilian midfielder Ederson.
The 26-year-old has been linked with a move to the Premier League this season and is close to leaving the Italian club this summer. According to a report in Tutto Atalanta, Atletico Madrid are also keen on signing him, but Manchester United are leading the transfer race.
They need more quality in the center of the park and the Brazilian could be their ideal central midfielder. He is a perfect midfielder and will help the defense and give the team control and calmness. The opportunity to play in the Premier League will be exciting for South American players as well.
Atlético Madrid are a big club and could offer him a platform to fight for trophies. Where he ends up remains to be seen.
Manchester United certainly has more economic power compared to Spanish clubs and is one of the biggest clubs in the world. They have qualified for next season’s Champions League and it would be no surprise if the Brazilian would be attracted to the idea of joining them.
For most players, the opportunity to play in the Premier League is difficult to turn down. It could be the ideal next step in his career. He wants to prove himself at the highest level and regular football in England could bring out the best in him.
Manchester United need a reliable partner for Koby Mainu and the Brazilian certainly fits that profile. In addition to him, they should also consider signing a reliable defensive midfielder to replace Casemiro.
