Manchester United is set to welcome Ederson from Atalanta in a £35 million deal, marking the Brazilian international as their first signing of the summer. Ederson will travel to England later this month to undergo a medical examination before officially joining the squad.

Contract Details and Pre-Season Plans

The 26-year-old midfielder has agreed to a contract worth £75,000 per week, which will keep him at Old Trafford until 2030. Currently enjoying his summer break after the Serie A season, Ederson is expected to finalize his move soon and participate in pre-season training with Manchester United.

Strategic Signing for United

Manager Michael Carrick has expressed a strong desire to enhance his midfield following the departure of Casemiro. Ederson's versatility and work rate were key factors in Carrick's decision to pursue this signing. Additionally, United's ability to secure Ederson was aided by his exclusion from the Brazil World Cup squad.

While United has shifted focus away from their pursuit of Elliot Anderson, who is likely to join Manchester City, they continue to explore other potential targets, including Adam Wharton, Carlos Baleba, Mateus Fernandes, and Real Madrid players Aurelien Tchouameni and Federico Valverde. The situation remains fluid as Real Madrid's new manager, Jose Mourinho, evaluates his squad.