Ex-MUFC employee: INEOS ‘moving quickly’ for Casemiro replacement with ‘final agreement’ looking imminent

Manchester United’s ex-chief scout Mick Brown has verified speculation that a ‘final agreement’ for Ederson looks almost imminent.It comes ahead of the window officially opening next month, which will also coincide with Casemiro’s contract expiring.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYCasemiro signs off from United after four-year tenureThe Brazilian played his final game for United over a week ago in the 3-2 win over Nottingham Forest.It allowed Casemiro to enjoy an emotional and sincere send-off from the Old Trafford faithful in the side’s last home outing of the campaign. There are places we pass through in life… and there are places that become part of who we are. Manchester will forever be my home. To the city, the club, and every supporter, my sincerest thank you. These past four years have been unforgettable, filled with moments my family… pic.twitter.com/gw1NEBiYk5 — Casemiro (@Casemiro) May 17, 2026Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustThen, to fans’ surprise, it was agreed between him and Michael Carrick that he would not be involved matchweek 38 against Brighton and Hove Albion.Casemiro is closing in on a switch to Inter Miami as a free agent, and has also now put his full focus on the upcoming World Cup with Brazil, where he’ll instantly reunite with Matheus Cunha. Appearances Goals Assists Minutes played 160 26 14 11,882 Casemiro’s complete record in all competitions for United (Transfermarkt)INEOS ramping up pursuit of EdersonAlthough Ederson doesn’t boast anywhere near the same European pedigree as the five-time Champions League winner he’s replacing, INEOS are confident he will be a hugely beneficial addition.The 26-year-old has spent four years with Atalanta, most notably winning the Europa League in emphatic fashion back in 2023/2024.He has frequently been linked with United over the past two years, so it’s clear the club’s interest is long-standing and hasn’t lessened as they’ve been continually scouting him. Éderson 🤝 bottom-right corner #MilanAtalanta pic.twitter.com/rbtra0CrnV — Lega Serie A (@SerieA_EN) May 11, 2026Ederson was on the verge of signing for Atletico Madrid back in March after agreeing personal terms, but the Spanish giants were unwilling to shell out Atalanta’s asking fee.That paved the way for United to swoop in and begin negotiating how a deal may look.What ex-MUFC employee is hearing about EdersonSpeaking to Football Insider on the ongoing reports, Brown said: “Man United are moving quickly to replace Casemiro.“I’m hearing they’re now in the latter stages of agreeing terms with the Brazilian midfielder Ederson from Atalanta, and they’re looking to get that done soon.“They’re talking about a fee of around £40million, maybe up to £45million, and that seems like a reasonable fee because they know they have to spend.”