Ederson has reportedly halted discussions with other interested clubs to prioritise Manchester United, as the Premier League side pushes forward in their pursuit of the Atalanta midfielder.
According to journalist Fabrizio Romano, talks between Manchester United and Atalanta have now moved into an advanced phase, with the English club preparing to make their final decision before proceeding to finalise the transfer. This indicates that the remaining issues are internal within United’s management rather than related to Atalanta’s willingness to sell the player.
The Brazilian midfielder’s choice to pause all other negotiations marks a significant step in the transfer process, paving the way for United to secure a key addition to strengthen their midfield options.
With Casemiro expected to depart the club once his contract expires and Manuel Ugarte yet to make a lasting impression, Manchester United are actively searching for a new midfielder to reinforce their squad ahead of the next season.
Atletico Madrid had earlier emerged as strong competitors in the race, having reached personal terms with Ederson. However, their inability to meet Atalanta’s €40–50 million valuation has seemingly ended their hopes of signing the player.
The transfer has gained further momentum following Ederson’s impressive performances this season, including his standout display in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16 second leg against FC Bayern Munich at the Football Arena Munich on 18 March 2026.
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