Manchester United have reportedly identified Sandro Tonali and Ederson as key targets to strengthen their midfield. The club is said to be ‘confident’ of securing the double deal this summer. The potential cost for both players is around £139m.
United’s Midfield Overhaul
Man Utd are expecting to be active in the transfer market ahead of their return to the Champions League this season. The Red Devils will likely target signings in various positions to bolster their squad this summer, though they will prioritise a midfield overhaul.
This is needed because Manuel Ugarte is expected to follow Casemiro in leaving this summer, with Man Utd to sign at least two new midfielders ahead of next season.
According to a report, Manchester United have decided that they ‘want’ to sign Sandro Tonali and Ederson. A recent report claimed they have Tonali and Ederson at the top of their ‘shortlist’.
Confidence in Securing Targets
An update insists Man Utd are ‘confident’ of signing these two players this summer.
The report stated: ‘Manchester United has set a goal for the summer transfer window: strengthening their midfield. The Red Devils want to bring Newcastle’s Sandro Tonali and Atalanta’s Ederson to Old Trafford, and there’s confidence in a double deal.
- Atletico Madrid are also interested in Ederson.
- Manchester United are ahead for the Brazilian.
Ederson: Contacts and Technical Choice
Fabrizio Romano revealed that there will be “new contacts” between Man Utd and Atalanta over Ederson in the coming days.
Romano said, “New contacts will take place in the next days for Éderson’s future with Manchester United interested. He’s one of the names on the shortlist for midfield, not the only one + more options being considered. Éderson would be open to joining #MUFC as Atalanta ask around €45m.”
Alfredo Pedullo has claimed that Man Utd’s “technical choice has been made” to target Ederson.
He said: “#Ederson-#ManchesterUnited: talks postponed until the official appointment of the new ds #Atalanta. But, as already hinted, United is keen and the technical choice has been made.”
Man Utd have arguably been the best team in the Premier League, but they have benefited from having a reduced schedule and will be challenged more next season as they juggle several competitions.