Manchester United close to £42m deal for Atalanta's Ederson

Manchester United are in advanced negotiations to sign Brazilian midfielder Ederson from Atalanta for £41.6 million. The deal would mark the club's first summer signing of the transfer window.

Manchester United are on the verge of completing their first summer transfer, with advanced talks underway to sign Brazilian midfielder Ederson from Italian side Atalanta for a fee of £41.6 million.

The move would bring the 24-year-old to Old Trafford as United look to strengthen their midfield options ahead of the new season. Ederson has been a key figure in Atalanta's setup in recent years, earning recognition for his performances in Serie A and European competition.

If the deal is finalised, it would signal the start of what is expected to be an active summer rebuilding effort at Manchester United, as the club continues its efforts to return to the top of English football.