According to journalist Florian Plettenberg, Manchester United are still interested in Atalanta ace Ederson.
The Brazilian midfielder is among the players United are targeting to bolster their central midfield options.
However, there is no consensus within the club on whether they should sign him. There is reportedly a disagreement among the club’s decision-makers on his ability.
They have yet to contact Atalanta about a deal for the midfielder. His contract expires in 2027, but United can sign him for around €60 million.
They were priced out of a move for the 25-year-old last summer after Atalanta turned down their £42m plus £4m in add-ons offer for him.
Rasmus Hojlund played alongside the Brazilian at Atalanta. This could make it easy for him to settle down at United if he joins.
Ederson helped Atalanta win the Europa League last season.
He has continued to blossom for the Italian side this term, helping them in their quest for the Serie A title and their impressive run in the Champions League.
The Brazilian has started all but one game in the Serie A this term, bagging two goals in 16 games.
Ederson would be a good addition to United’s midfield
Ederson has shone as a defensive midfielder for Atalanta but has become an all-round player this season.
He has become a better creative outlet, creating three big chances in the Serie A. He has one assist to his credit, the same tally he registered in the Serie A last season.
His ability to play accurate long balls would help United to create more chances. He is averaging 3.8 long balls per game this season, the seventh-best in the Serie A.
He would be a good partner for Ugarte, who is not as good in possession. His arrival would allow Bruno Fernandes to be played in his more familiar number 10 role.
Ederson would be the perfect replacement for Casemiro, who United are ready to sell.
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