This Friday is a day of celebration at Manchester United. Supporters have reason to be happy since the club has formalized the extension of Michael Carrick as coach. Arriving during the season to replace Ruben Amorim, the former member of the house perfectly met expectations, even managing to qualify the Red Devils for the next edition of the Champions League. As good news never comes alone, Man U lovers learned a few minutes after the departure of Pep Guardiola from Manchester City. Enough to make them smile since many fans of the Red Devils believe that the cityzen rival will weaken after the loss of the Catalan and the arrival of Enzo Maresca, whom they consider less good.
Everything therefore seems to be going well for the residents of Old Trafford, who hope to end the season in style on Sunday against Brighton. Then, it will be time for the players to join their selections for those participating in the World Cup. The others will benefit from a few days off. As far as Carrick and management are concerned, they don’t really have time to take it easy. They are already on deck for the next transfer window, where the needs are numerous. In the midfield, one or two reinforcements are expected, especially after the departure of Casemiro. The Brazilian will leave at the end of his lease. He is expected to join Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami in Major League Soccer.
Éderson moves closer to Old Trafford
To succeed him, the Mancunians have different targets in mind. The Athletic evokes the trail leading to Aurélien Tchouameni. He is the one in the game who has qualities that are closest to what the Brazilian brings. MU stands ready if the door ever opens on the side of Real Madrid and/or the player, who has not expressed the desire to change scenery. Elliot Anderson (Nottingham Forest) is also on the Red Devils shortlist. But he seems promised to Manchester City. Mateus Fernandes (West Ham) has a different style. But here too, the competition, embodied by PSG, is fierce. The path seems more open for Carlos Baleba (Brighton). An element already approached last summer, just like Adam Wharton (Crystal Palace). But the financial demands of clubs are important for these players. Which opens the door to other avenues, a bit less expensive.
According to the Italian press this Friday, one of them seems very hot. Sports Mediaset and other transalpine publications reveal that Manchester United will offer Éderson (26 years old). Midfielder for Atalanta Bergamo since 2022, the Brazilian has participated in 41 matches in all competitions this season. Time for him to score 3 goals and deliver 2 assists. Beyond the numbers, his impact and his contribution to the game are considered valuable. All this convinced the Manchester side. SM even ensures that the deal is closed and that the player will leave this summer for €50 million (bonus included). Atlético de Madrid was also there. A.S. adds that an offer of €45 million (excluding bonus) went out this Friday. There would not yet be an agreement with the player, who would sign for 5 years, but who still has to settle points on salary, bonuses and commissions. Everything should speed up next week since Atalanta wants to sell him quickly. Unless the situation turns around, Éderson will don the legendary red tunic in 2026-27.
