Ederson deal agreed with Atalanta
United have reached an agreement with Atalanta for midfielder Ederson dos Santos, with the fee set at €40.5 million (5). The Brazilian is seen as a direct reinforcement for the engine room, arriving to compete with and potentially succeed the likes of Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte in Carrick's midfield (5). The deal is not yet signed but all parties are aligned.
Atletico hijack Hjulmand pursuit
There is a major twist in United's long-running interest in Morten Hjulmand. Atletico Madrid are now closing in on the Sporting midfielder, threatening to snatch him from under United's nose (1). The 26-year-old had been identified as a key target to strengthen the middle of the park.
Barcelona set Rashford price and conditions
Barcelona have told United they will pay £26 million for Marcus Rashford, but only on two conditions that INEOS must respond to (2). The specifics of those conditions remain with the negotiating parties, but the framework is now on the table for a potential summer exit.
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Liverpool win race for wanted winger
United have missed out on a highly-rated winger to Liverpool, with the deal now officially confirmed (3). City, Chelsea, and Real Madrid were also in the mix, but it is the Anfield club who have won the battle.
Andy Cole backs Carrick title charge
Andy Cole believes a dramatic twist at a Premier League rival could open the door for Michael Carrick to launch a genuine title charge next season (4). The former United striker also gave his verdict on the incoming Ederson deal, seeing it as a positive step for the squad.
Onana's future in doubt as Lammens links grow
A report from the Netherlands claims United are going all-in on goalkeeper Lammens and that Andre Onana is no longer welcome at Old Trafford (6). The club have not commented, but the noise around a change between the posts is intensifying.
Fan reactions
The Ederson agreement has sparked cautious optimism among supporters, with many seeing the €40.5 million fee as sensible business for a player entering his prime. The broader conversation on the subreddit is about what business United might still do, with fans split on whether Rashford should be allowed to leave and who else Carrick needs to sign to close the gap at the top. Join the discussion
