Manchester United’s priority this summer was always going to be central midfield. It was an area they’d hoped to strengthen last year. Casemiro’s departure combined with question marks over Manuel Ugarte’s Old Trafford future means they need to rectify a somewhat problem position sooner rather than later.
And with the 2026 World Cup a week away, United are closing in on their first midfield signing. While Elliot Anderson is unattainable for the time being, with the Nottingham Forest man seemingly on the cusp of a move to rivals Manchester City, Atalanta star Ederson is set for his own high-profile switch to United after a fee was agreed between the clubs.
