{"id":50025,"date":"2026-07-11T17:29:10","date_gmt":"2026-07-11T21:29:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/11\/why-manchester-united-want-to-sign-a-60m-midfielder\/"},"modified":"2026-07-11T17:29:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-11T21:29:10","slug":"why-manchester-united-want-to-sign-a-60m-midfielder","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/11\/why-manchester-united-want-to-sign-a-60m-midfielder\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Manchester United want to sign a \u00a360m midfielder"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/11\/why-manchester-united-want-to-sign-a-60m-midfielder\/#Why_Edersons_Man_United_contract_is_now_a_big_question\" >Why Ederson&#8217;s Man United contract is now a big question<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/11\/why-manchester-united-want-to-sign-a-60m-midfielder\/#Players_who_will_wipe_the_floor_with_Ederson_at_United\" >Players who will wipe the floor with Ederson at United<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-5' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-5'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/sportsdaily.news\/index.php\/2026\/07\/11\/why-manchester-united-want-to-sign-a-60m-midfielder\/#Why_Manchester_Uniteds_new_Paul_Scholes_looks_complete_with_Santos_deal\" >Why Manchester United&#8217;s new Paul Scholes looks complete with Santos deal<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<div>\n<p>Manchester United&#8217;s achievements in the 2025\/26 season cannot be understated, especially after their early struggles under manager Ruben Amorim.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<p>Michael Carrick led the Red Devils to just two defeats in 17 Premier League appearances, before guiding the club to a third-place finish.<\/p>\n<p>The aforementioned finish has ensured the 44-year-old&#8217;s managerial job is permanently secured, but next season will be the period when he will be most valued by senior management and supporters alike.<\/p>\n<p>    He will no doubt spend a huge amount of money in the remaining transfer window, but it is important that the additions are at the level needed to be successful.<\/p>\n<p>But despite the long-running saga, it looks like one of the current transfer targets will not end up at Old Trafford.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"why-ederson-rsquo-s-man-utd-deal-is-now-in-huge-doubt\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Edersons_Man_United_contract_is_now_a_big_question\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>Why Ederson&#8217;s Man United contract is now a big question<\/strong><br \/>\n               <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Man United have been heavily linked with the signing of Atalanta midfielder Ederson in recent months, despite the player currently taking part in the World Cup.<\/p>\n<p>At one stage, it was even reported that a full agreement had been reached between the player and both clubs, with a \u00a340m deal set to be discussed.<\/p>\n<p>    Such a deal was on the verge of being finalized depending on the results of the player&#8217;s medical, but it appears that his checks caused some problems on Carrick&#8217;s side.<\/p>\n<p>After his latest medical check in Manchester, the Red Devils decided to withdraw from the process and the deal is now in great danger of falling apart completely.<\/p>\n<p>His current employers say the 27-year-old is still 100% fit and there are no current injury issues that could derail a move to Old Trafford.<\/p>\n<p>The issue may have stemmed from a meniscus injury sustained by Ederson in 2025, but the full reasons why United canceled his contract are currently unknown.<\/p>\n<p>Other sources have said that Carrick&#8217;s side have not yet backed out of the Brazilian&#8217;s move, but the next few days will be crucial to see if the move can still be completed.<\/p>\n<p>    <!-- No AdsNinja v10 Client! --><\/p>\n<h2 id=\"the-player-who-rsquo-d-wipe-the-floor-with-ederson-at-united\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Players_who_will_wipe_the_floor_with_Ederson_at_United\"><\/span>\n                        <strong>Players who will wipe the floor with Ederson at United<\/strong><br \/>\n               <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Losing Ederson would be a blow for INEOS and United, especially considering they have been seeking his signature all summer.<\/p>\n<p>    Casemiro&#8217;s departure at the end of June left a huge hole in the center of the team, making the need for a new central midfielder the club&#8217;s top priority in the current market.<\/p>\n<p>Ederson is not the only option currently being considered by the reinforcements, with Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouadi also on the horizon.<\/p>\n<p>TalkSPORT reports that United are already in talks with the player&#8217;s agent over a potential move to Old Trafford during this period.<\/p>\n<p>Journalist Ben Jacobs said on his YouTube channel in recent days that &#8220;Manchester City are seriously considering a move, and Manchester United are looking into it as well.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>&#8220;I have heard that Bayern are also interested. Chelsea also rate the player highly. Now that Morocco&#8217;s departure has been confirmed, there will be further movement on his future.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The signing of Ederson and Bouadi could be a blessing in disguise for the Red Devils, with the 18-year-old far outclassing the Brazilian throughout the 2025\/26 campaign.<\/p>\n<div class=\"table-container\">\n<table border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"1\" cellspacing=\"1\" style=\"\" align=\"\" summary=\"\">\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th colspan=\"2\" scope=\"col\" style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Ayyoub Bouadi &#8211; League 1 statistics (2025\/26)<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<th style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Statistics (every 90)<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<th style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>tally<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>games played<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p><strong>30<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>goals and assists<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p><strong>1<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Pass accuracy<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p><strong>85%<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>An opportunity has arisen<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p><strong>1.1<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>dribbling success<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p><strong>61%<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>Won a ground duel<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p><strong>57%<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>aerial won<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p><strong>64%<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p>The tackle I made<\/p>\n<\/td>\n<td style=\"text-align:center\">\n<p><strong>2.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n<p>Described as &#8220;exceptional&#8221; by analyst Ben Mattinson, Bouadi managed to increase his tackles per 90 while increasing his ground duel success rate.<\/p>\n<p>Both of the aforementioned areas highlight his dominance without the ball, something Carrick&#8217;s side desperately need after Casemiro&#8217;s departure.<\/p>\n<p>The teenager also dominated Ederson in possession, completing more dribbles than he attempted and creating more chances per 90 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>His dribble success rate ranks in the top 15% of all midfielders in Europe&#8217;s top five leagues, so he could be the perfect orchestrator at the backbone of United&#8217;s midfield.<\/p>\n<p>    \u00a360m is a huge investment for Carrick&#8217;s side for an 18-year-old, but it is a deal that could see them feature in the Premier League for years to come.<\/p>\n<p>It may be a shame to lose Ederson at this point, but it could turn out to be a blessing in disguise if the hierarchy can secure a move for Bouadi during this period.<\/p>\n<aside class=\"display-card  article article-card small  no-badge  active-content                              \" data-include-community-rating=\"false\" id=\"man-utd-new-scholes-mount-looks-finished-after-santos-deals\" data-nosnippet=\"\">\n<p>                        <\/p>\n<p>                    <span data-field=\"label\" class=\"article-card-label\"><label>related<\/label><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"w-display-card-content regular article-block\">\n<h5 class=\"display-card-title \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Manchester_Uniteds_new_Paul_Scholes_looks_complete_with_Santos_deal\"><\/span>\n<p>\t\t\tWhy Manchester United&#8217;s new Paul Scholes looks complete with Santos deal<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h5>\n<p class=\"display-card-excerpt\">A transfer from Manchester United could very well mean a transfer of a player this summer.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/aside>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Manchester United&#8217;s achievements in the 2025\/26 season cannot be understated, especially after their early struggles under manager Ruben Amorim. 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