Manchester United are reportedly keen on signing 25-year-old Brazilian midfielder Ederson from Serie A club Atalanta.
According to a report by Gazzetta dello Sport via Sport Witness, Manchester United have offered a package worth €55 million to sign 25-year-old Brazilian midfielder Ederson from Serie A club Atalanta.
It is no secret that they need more depth in the middle of the park, and Ederson would be a quality addition. The midfield powerhouse has proven himself with Atalanta, and he has the physical and technical attributes to succeed in the Premier League as well. Recent reports have linked him with several Premier League clubs, including Liverpool.
The 25-year-old recently helped the Serie A side win the UEFA Europa League, and he could prove to be a solid long-term acquisition for Manchester United. Ederson is at the peak of his powers, and he could improve further with coaching and experience.
The opportunity to join a club like Manchester United will be quite attractive for him. The Brazilian international are one of the biggest clubs in the world, and they could help him push for trophies consistently.
Ederson would be a quality investment
The reported €55 million package might seem like a premium right now, but the midfielder has the quality to justify the investment in the long term. A move to the Premier League can be quite attractive for most players, and the Brazilian will be attracted to the idea of competing in English football as well.
The Atalanta has been linked with the move to the Premier League in the past as well, with multiple clubs keen on signing him. It remains to be seen whether Manchester United can step up their efforts and get the deal done. There is no doubt that they have to financial muscle to pull off the deal.
Manchester United need to improve their midfield options if they are serious about pushing for major trophies and competing with the European elite. Ederson will add creativity, control and defensive cover to the side.
The Atalanta midfielder has the ability to succeed at the biggest clubs in the world, and it remains to be seen where he ends up eventually. Atalanta will not want to lose one of their best midfielders easily, and Manchester United must agree to their financial demands in order for the move to go through.
