Wilcox spearheading Utd’s pursuit of £35m Brazil int’l as Romano confirms full personal terms agreement

Manchester United are poised to revive their interest in Atalanta’s Ederson, with Jason Wilcox said to be an ‘admirer’ of the player.That’s according to The Guardian, which adds that a deal for the three-capped Brazil international could cost in the region of £35-45 million. Cheeky EXC::: ‘Manchester United have identified Éderson, the Atalanta midfielder, as a potential recruit to fill the gap left by Casemiro’s summer departure, with the 26-year-old Brazilian valued at €40m-50m (£35m-£45m).’ https://t.co/MMdcY0jmkL — jamie jackson (@JamieJackson___) April 25, 2026DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYEderson: The state of play in lead-up to transfer windowAlthough the Serie A outfit are reluctant to part ways with their midfield talisman, there is an acceptance that if they don’t facilitate his exit this summer, he will leave for nothing in June 2027.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustHe has been identified by Wilcox as a suitable replacement for compatriot Casemiro, who is now preparing for his final five games as a United player.INEOS might feel more obliged to act on their long-standing interest in Ederson due to the fact that he has agreed personal terms with Atletico Madrid. 🚨🔴⚪️ Atlético Madrid have verbally agreed on personal terms with Éderson as Atalanta midfielder is a top target. No agreement yet between clubs as talks continue around €35/40m fee but still in negotiations. Éderson, out of contract in June 27. 🎥🇮🇹 https://t.co/ab4T9cSFXz… pic.twitter.com/wBA1CAu0bX — Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) April 2, 2026Indeed, the 26-year-old has given his full approval on a move to the Wanda Metropolitano, but the prospective transfer has recently hit a standstill, with Atleti unwilling to meet Atalanta’s price demands.As a result, it could well pave the way for another suitor to swoop in and hash out a full deal while the Spaniards are mulling it over. Appearances Goal contributions Minutes played 176 20 13,187 Ederson’s record in all competitions for AtalantaEderson joins a lengthy list of players being monitored by UnitedEderson wouldn’t be the only midfielder signed by United in the coming months, should anything materialise. Éderson 🇧🇷✨@Atalanta_BC || #UELfinal pic.twitter.com/BX08d8FHo2 — UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) May 26, 2024The club plan to bring in at least two to bolster the position, especially considering Manuel Ugarte is set to be sold after only two seasons, too.