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Michael Carrick's First Manchester United Signing, Atalanta's Ederson, Nears Completion... BBC Reports '35 Million Pound
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Michael Carrick's First Manchester United Signing, Atalanta's Ederson, Nears Completion... BBC Reports '35 Million Pounds + 30 Million Pounds in Options,' Club Responds 'Not Yet'

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Manchester United is reportedly close to signing Atalanta midfielder Ederson as their first summer transfer under Michael Carrick.
  • British broadcaster BBC reported the transfer fee to be around 35 million pounds, with potential add-ons of 30 million pounds.
  • While reports suggest the deal is nearing completion, the club has yet to officially comment on the transfer.

Manchester United is reportedly on the verge of securing their first summer signing under the guidance of Michael Carrick, with Brazilian midfielder Ederson of Atalanta identified as the primary target. The club appears to be finalizing a deal for the highly-rated player.

According to a report by the British broadcaster BBC, the transfer fee for Ederson is expected to be in the region of 35 million pounds, potentially rising to 65 million pounds with add-ons. This significant investment signals Manchester United's intent to strengthen their squad with quality additions ahead of the new season.

The transfer fee is 35 million pounds plus options for an additional 30 million pounds.

— BBCReporting on the potential transfer fee for Ederson.

While European football transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has also indicated that the deal is progressing, the club itself has maintained a cautious stance, stating that "it's not yet" finalized. This suggests that while an agreement is close, official confirmation from Manchester United is still pending. The potential acquisition of Ederson would mark a key step in Carrick's plans for the team.

It's not yet.

— Manchester United (Club Response)Responding to inquiries about the finalization of the Ederson transfer.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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