Fabrizio Romano explains why Manchester United have yet to finalise the transfer of Atalanta midfielder Ederson.The Premier League giants have been linked with a plethora of midfielders in recent months. But so far, INEOS have only launched a serious onslaught beyond enquiries and informal negotiations for the Brazilian, with various sources agreeing that the Ederson deal is close.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYHowever, several days have passed, and United haven’t made any progress on this particular front.Why Man United have yet to close Ederson dealIn his latest appearance on his YouTube channel, Fabrizio Romano explained the two reasons behind the delay on the Ederson front.The Italian journalist insists that the talks between Man Utd and the 26-year-old’s entourage are at an advanced stage ‘for sure’, and that the club-to-club negotiations are also ongoing.However, the transfer market expert reveals that MUFC are still internally discussing whether they should proceed or not, as the final green light has yet to arrive.The second reason holding up the operation is the managerial overhaul at Atalanta. The Italian club is awaiting the arrival of former Napoli and Juventus sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli, who has already decided to replace head coach Raffaele Palladino with his old Napoli ally, Maurizio Sarri.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustThese appointments should be concluded in the coming days. Afterwards, Giuntoli will take over the negotiations with Man Utd.In the meantime, Ederson is patiently waiting for an agreement between the two clubs. The former Salernitana man has already given his priority to Man Utd, and is keen to play his football at Old Trafford next season.Other Man Utd deals in ItalyInterestingly, Romano mentions that Man Utd have sent a delegation to Italy not only to negotiate the Ederson deal with Atalanta, but also to discuss other moves, particularly departures.While the journalist didn’t mention any names, we can only suspect that Joshua Zirkzee is on the agenda.The Dutchman struggled for playing time this season, and he’s reportedly hoping to revive his career in Serie A, having enjoyed the best two years of his career at Bologna between 2022 and 2024.Zirkzee is reportedly wanted by several top Italian giants, especially Roma. He has also been linked with Juventus, while previous reports claimed he could be offered as a bargaining chip in exchange for AC Milan star Rafael Leao.Moreover, unwanted Man Utd midfielder Manuel Ugarte was reportedly scouted by Juventus during the March international break, so a Serie A move could be a possibility for the Uruguayan.
“For sure” – Romano reveals why Man Utd have yet to complete their first summer signing
Man Utd fan favourite offered to two Euro giants who tried to sign him in the past
Manchester United striker Joshua Zirkzee could be on his way back to Italy this summer after an underwhelming campaign at M16.The former Bologna star signed for the Red Devils in the summer of 2024 on a deal worth £37.5 million. However, his collaboration with his competitor Erik ten Hag only lasted for a few months, as the latter was sacked in October.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYThe Dutchman then had to prove himself under Ruben Amorim, who was initially unconvinced. While his first campaign was filled with highs and lows, at least Zirkzee endeared himself to the Old Trafford faithful, who appreciated his work ethic and slick touch.Agent offers Joshua Zirkzee to Roma & JuventusUnlike the previous campaign, the Bayern Munich academy product had very limited chances in 2025/26, as he found himself at the bottom of the attacking pecking order following the arrivals of Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha, and Benjamin Sesko. Zirkzee’s Stats in 25/26 Appearances (Starts) Minutes Goals Assists Premier League 24 (5) 609′ 2 1 FA Cup 1 (0) 28′ 0 0 Carabao Cup 1 (0) 8′ 0 0 Total 26 (5) 645′ 2 1 Zirkzee was already tipped to make his return to Italian football, with several clubs vying for his services, but Carrick was keen to keep him as a squad option.Nevertheless, the situation could change in the summer, as the 25-year-old could finally push his way out of Carrington in the hopes of putting his playing career back on the right track.Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustAccording to Tuttosport, Zirkzee’s agent, Kia Joorabchian, is working on finding the striker a new home and has already offered his services to Roma and Juventus.The Giallorossi had already tried to acquire him in January, before eventually settling on Aston Villa’s Donyell Malen. However, the Italian capital side has booked its place in the Champions League, so they will need more quality reinforcements.On the other hand, Juventus have settled for a Europa League spot after a disappointing sixth-place finish, but they still intend to bolster their attacking department. Nevertheless, Tottenham loanee Randal Kolo Muani is considered their priority target.Should Man United & Zirkzee part ways?At the age of 25, a player of Zirkzee’s calibre is expected to play regularly, if not as an automatic starter. Unfortunately for the Dutchman, a prominent role at Man Utd appears unlikely at this stage.If the former Bologna man decides to stay, he will most probably earn more minutes than this season, especially with the club back in the Champions League, and hoping to go beyond the opening round in the domestic cups.And yet, this might not be enough to convince Zirkzee to prolong his time at United.All in all, a departure could be in the best interests of all parties, as the Dutch striker can challenge for a starting role elsewhere, while MUFC should bring in a replacement endorsed by Michael Carrick, whether an out-and-out centre-forward to compete with Sesko, or a versatile forward who can occupy various roles.
Revitalised Man Utd man drops social media hint over where his future might lie amid ongoing transfer talks
Marcus Rashford is adamant about continuing with Barcelona beyond the summer, despite his loan spell coming to an end next month.The ball is entirely in the Blaugrana’s court when it comes to getting a deal over the line, as they simply have to activate his £26 million buy option.DOWNLOAD THE OFFICIAL STRETTY NEWS APP FOR ALL THE LATEST UPDATES & BREAKING NEWS – STRAIGHT TO YOUR PHONE! ON APPLE & GOOGLE PLAYMarcus Rashford to Barcelona: The state of playYet, they are making things as difficult as possible by attempting to negotiate a lower price with Rashford’s parent club, Manchester United. Marcus Rashford: “If I was a magician, I would stay at Barcelona” 🪄 pic.twitter.com/H1rtRT75HA — BBC Sport (@BBCSport) May 10, 2026Want more Stretty News coverage? Add us as a preferred source on Google to your favourites list for news you can trustUnited, understandably, are entirely closed off to the prospect of selling their academy graduate, whose fee would count as pure profit, for anything below the sum they’ve set. Appearances Goals Assists 426 138 79 Rashford’s complete record for UnitedYou could even argue that Rashford’s value has increased throughout the course of the campaign, given he returned a hugely impressive 14 goals and 14 assists in 49 appearances across all competitions.Rashford has sights firmly set on Camp Nou stayAfter the Catalan giants played out their final match of the term, the 28-year-old took to Instagram to react to his season-long spell, saying he was ‘hungry for more’. Hansi Flick has reportedly directly informed Rashford that he is relying on him for 2026/2027, albeit he’d be better off telling the board that, given they’re the ones who are dragging their heels over his potential transfer.United are also unwilling to facilitate another loan, as they want to reinvest the funds they make on a replacement when the window opens.Depth across the squad will be imperative ahead of the side’s return to the Champions League, where Rashford – if he does sign for Barcelona – could come up against his boyhood club for the first time.
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.”
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BACK David Tully May 26th 2026 Nottingham Forest will use the £115m fee Chelsea paid for Moises Caicedo as a “benchmark” in their asking price for Man Utd target Elliot Anderson, according to reports. The Telegraph journalist John Percy is usually very reliable when it comes to transfers involving the Midlands club, and he claims that Forest owner Evangelos Marinakis wants to eclipse the record for an English player. Arsenal paid £105m for Declan Rice in the summer of 2023, and Anderson is valued above that figure. Percy says both United and rivals Manchester City are “very interested” in the England international, but Forest are hoping that a good World Cup will increase the number of suitors even further. Is Anderson worth that much money? When we assessed United’s top six midfield targets based on their WhoScored rating, the 23-year-old came out on top by some distance. England manager Thomas Tuchel has also talked up his ability. Speaking back in November, the German said: “He is an elite player with the right attitude and a lot of talent. He is fulfilling his role in the best way possible, so we are very happy with him.” Man Utd are hedging their bets While Anderson remains a top target, it appears that Director of Football Jason Wilcox has entered negotiations for several other midfielders. Talks with Atalanta over signing Ederson are at an advanced stage, while there is speculation that conversations have been held with Newcastle about Sandro Tonali too. Wilcox seems to have negotiations in progress for multiple players, but the Red Devils may only look to close the deal for one or two. In terms of Anderson, Forest are apparently prepared to wait until after the World Cup before listening to offers. Want more news on Man Utd? Add Man U News as a preferred source on Google David Tully David has worked as a football reporter for the last fifteen years. Having started as an intern at Snack Media, he then went on to become a freelancer, working on various different sites. At the start of 2023, he took up his current role as content writer for the Football News Network.
Journalist Says Man Utd Could Secure Huge Double Deal As They Are “Close To Reaching An Agreement With Newcastle”
BACK David Tully May 25th 2026 This article contains affiliate links. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. Man Utd are “close to reaching an agreement with Newcastle” for midfielder Sandro Tonali, according to journalist Niccolo Ceccarini. Writing in his column for TMW, Ceccarini said that, in addition to Ederson, the Red Devils are looking to secure the signature of the Italian international: “Atalanta will soon say goodbye to Ederson. The Brazilian is ready for another adventure. The deal with Manchester United is nearing completion. In short, Atalanta is preparing for another huge cash-in, a €50m deal.” “And speaking of midfielders, the Red Devils are close to reaching an agreement with Newcastle for Sandro Tonali.” Snapping up Tonali would be a massive coup More than one report in Italy has said that Michael Carrick wants to sign the Newcastle midfielder, so there is definitely some basis to claims that the Red Devils are pursuing him. Whether a deal for Tonali is as close as Ceccarini makes out, it is up for debate, with no credible English source having so far said that the move is at an advanced stage. Manchester City and Arsenal are also reportedly keen on Tonali, so it would be a huge statement if he were to make the switch to Old Trafford. Buy a brand new 2026/27 Man Utd long sleeve home shirt from Fanatics here What is the latest on Ederson’s switch to Man Utd? While Ceccarini and others in Italy seem to believe the Brazilian’s switch to Manchester is all but done, journalist Fabrizio Romano has yet to give the “here we go”. There is a feeling that United are hedging their bets somewhat. Although it seems they have progressed negotiations quite far, they may hold fire on signing Ederson just in case other targets become available. Want more news on Man Utd? Add Man U News as a preferred source on Google David Tully David has worked as a football reporter for the last fifteen years. Having started as an intern at Snack Media, he then went on to become a freelancer, working on various different sites. At the start of 2023, he took up his current role as content writer for the Football News Network.
National team boss fumes at United’s disastrous handling of his talisman, now ruled out of key fixtures
Benjamin Sesko has enjoyed an excellent debut season. For a striker whom some were quick to label as another big-money flop, the Slovenian hitman has truly silenced his critics. In 30 league games, with just 17 starts, the £74 million summer 2025 signing managed to score 11 goals and provide one assist. For a player arriving in a new league under immense pressure, at a club demanding immediate results, Sesko has performed well. It is also worth noting that he could have achieved even better statistics; most of his goals came at the turn of the year, and had he not missed the last three games, he would likely have recorded higher numbers. Indeed, in 2026, Sesko was in outstanding form; he found his feet in United colours, scoring 10 goals during this period. His brilliance in recent months has even left his national team boss somewhat envious that he never had the opportunity to use him. Benjamin Sesko handling has frustrated national team boss Slovenian national team boss Bostjan Cesar is frustrated that he could not rely on Sesko for the March international break due to injury, yet the striker continued to play for United. In Cesar’s view, playing on only worsened the issue, culminating in a collision with the hoardings following a push from Ibrahima Konate in United’s 3-2 win over Liverpool, which has ruled the striker out since. In a rant, as per The Daily Mail, the coach pointed out: “He missed the last assembly in March, and then I kind of wanted him to be absent from United for a while, but then he came back quickly, and I don’t think he missed a game for the club.” And while Sesko could have joined the Slovenian camp for the upcoming friendlies against Cyprus and Croatia, he will not feature, with Cesar adding: “But if a player hasn’t been in a competitive rhythm for a month, then I don’t see the point in him coming and playing at half-strength.” It is unfortunate for Slovenia that they cannot call upon Sesko for those fixtures. Fitness boost for Man United For United, the hope is that the extra rest will help the striker recover fully and return fit and available when pre-season kicks off in early July. Given the glimpse he provided this season while leading United’s attack, some will expect films to be made of his performances next season. With United’s thirst for glory and the demand to compete on multiple fronts, a Sesko firing on all cylinders is exactly what they need. Featured image by Michael Regan/Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Daniel Onguko Dan is a writer with The Peoples Person, an avid Manchester United fan whose passion for the Red Devils evolved into writing about them. He was introduced to United back in 2008, and his love for the club has continued to grow ever since. Like every other United fan, he believes the club will soon return to its rightful place and strives to reflect that belief in his writing. While he has also written about other Premier League sides, including Arsenal for Just Arsenal and The Arsenal Analysis Blogspot, Dan lives and breathes Manchester United.
National team boss fumes at United’s disastrous handling of his talisman, now ruled out of key fixtures
Benjamin Sesko has enjoyed an excellent debut season. For a striker whom some were quick to label as another big-money flop, the Slovenian hitman has truly silenced his critics. In 30 league games, with just 17 starts, the £74 million summer 2025 signing managed to score 11 goals and provide one assist. For a player arriving in a new league under immense pressure, at a club demanding immediate results, Sesko has performed well. It is also worth noting that he could have achieved even better statistics; most of his goals came at the turn of the year, and had he not missed the last three games, he would likely have recorded higher numbers. Indeed, in 2026, Sesko was in outstanding form; he found his feet in United colours, scoring 10 goals during this period. His brilliance in recent months has even left his national team boss somewhat envious that he never had the opportunity to use him. Benjamin Sesko handling has frustrated national team boss Slovenian national team boss Bostjan Cesar is frustrated that he could not rely on Sesko for the March international break due to injury, yet the striker continued to play for United. In Cesar’s view, playing on only worsened the issue, culminating in a collision with the hoardings following a push from Ibrahima Konate in United’s 3-2 win over Liverpool, which has ruled the striker out since. In a rant, as per The Daily Mail, the coach pointed out: “He missed the last assembly in March, and then I kind of wanted him to be absent from United for a while, but then he came back quickly, and I don’t think he missed a game for the club.” And while Sesko could have joined the Slovenian camp for the upcoming friendlies against Cyprus and Croatia, he will not feature, with Cesar adding: “But if a player hasn’t been in a competitive rhythm for a month, then I don’t see the point in him coming and playing at half-strength.” It is unfortunate for Slovenia that they cannot call upon Sesko for those fixtures. Fitness boost for Man United For United, the hope is that the extra rest will help the striker recover fully and return fit and available when pre-season kicks off in early July. Given the glimpse he provided this season while leading United’s attack, some will expect films to be made of his performances next season. With United’s thirst for glory and the demand to compete on multiple fronts, a Sesko firing on all cylinders is exactly what they need. Featured image by Michael Regan/Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Daniel Onguko Dan is a writer with The Peoples Person, an avid Manchester United fan whose passion for the Red Devils evolved into writing about them. He was introduced to United back in 2008, and his love for the club has continued to grow ever since. Like every other United fan, he believes the club will soon return to its rightful place and strives to reflect that belief in his writing. While he has also written about other Premier League sides, including Arsenal for Just Arsenal and The Arsenal Analysis Blogspot, Dan lives and breathes Manchester United.
“Underrated” United magician offered to two European heavyweights, INEOS could use it to their advantage – report
The conclusion of the 2025/26 Premier League season is set to mark the end of the road for several Manchester United players. Casemiro has already announced his departure, while INEOS are keen to offload Manuel Ugarte after a disastrous two-year stint at Old Trafford. Almost all the first-team stars currently out on loan are expected to leave, while the futures of a few stars remain up in the air. Plenty would like the club to sell Mason Mount, even though the midfielder and Michael Carrick have other plans. Things have not panned out for Joshua Zirkzee at United Same goes for Joshua Zirkzee. The Dutchman has bundles of talent, especially when it comes to link-up play and creativity, and his teammates feel he is “underrated“. But he was signed as a backup striker, and the 25-year-old has failed to deliver on that front. A mere two goals this season means he has nine goals to his name since his £36.5 million, which is simply not good enough. While the former Bologna ace would like to stay and fight for his place, United’s co-owners will be looking to recoup the money they paid for his services in 2024. As revealed by TuttoSport, the Netherlands international’s agent has been hard at work and has offered his client’s services to two Italian giants, AS Roma and Juventus. Two Italian clubs in the race for Joshua Zirkzee “Zirkzee is on his way out of Manchester United. “His agent (Kia Joorabchian) is working on a move and has offered him to Roma, as well as Juventus.” The 20-time English league champions would love for a bidding war to ensue, and their goal will be to avoid incurring a loss from the versatile forward’s sale. Hopefully, once Joshua Zirkzee is gone, the co-owners will use the money raised to bring in an experienced striker to back up Benjamin Sesko. With United expected to challenge on all four fronts next season, the Slovenian will need help, and INEOS cannot afford to repeat the mistake the Glazers committed with Rasmus Hojlund. Feature image Molly Darlington via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Ayantan Chowdhury After failing to become a professional footballer, Ayantan switched to the next best thing: writing about the greatest football club in the world. He has extensive sports journalism experience, having worked for over 10 years in the Indian sports media industry, writing for the biggest newspapers and websites. Currently an editor at The Peoples Person. You can follow him on X: @ayantanc_25
Sesko breaks silence on the real reason he rejected United twice before finally agreeing move
Striker Benjamin Sesko has explained why his move to Manchester United had to wait until last summer to finally get over the line. Long-term target United’s interest in Sesko can be traced as far back as his RB Salzburg days, when he often drew comparisons to Manchester City’s Erling Haaland. Still reeling from their failure to snap up Haaland, the Red Devils launched an attempt for Sesko but it did not bear fruit, as he opted for a switch to RB Leipzig instead. Sesko’s Leipzig spell began in 2023/24. When United came back for him in the summer of 2024, he rejected them once more, opting to continue his growth in the Bundesliga. Last summer, it looked like Arsenal were on the brink of landing the Slovenian but they pulled out of a deal and switched their attention towards signing Viktor Gyokeres. The door swung open for United, and they walked straight through, securing their long-term target ahead of Newcastle, who had surprisingly been outbid on wages despite offering far more lucrative terms. United forked out £74million to lure Sesko to Old Trafford. He initially endured a mixed start under Ruben Amorim but kicked up a remarkable level since Michael Carrick’s appointment as the Portuguese coach’s replacement. Sesko finished the 2025/26 season with an impressive 11 goals in 30 Premier League appearances. Nine of those goals came in his last 14 appearances for the club. The 22-year-old missed United’s last three games with an injury that got aggravated during the 3-2 win against Liverpool. Sesko spoke to GIVEMESPORT and indicated that his transfer to United had been several years in the making. Sesko’s admission The forward told GMS, “It was a couple of years that they really wanted me and I really wanted to but I was like ‘am I really ready yet?’” “Then it just came and I really wanted to come here. It was not a doubt, I wanted to come here, wanted to challenge myself.” “I wanted to become a member of the club and I’m so happy about it.” With Slovenia out of the World Cup, Sesko has plenty of time to recover as he casts an eye on United’s pre-season tour. Featured image Jan Kruger via Getty Images The Peoples Person has been one of the world’s leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Follow us on Bluesky: @peoplesperson.bsky.social Derick Kinoti Derick Kinoti is a football writer at The Peoples Person who has covered Manchester United and the Premier League extensively for years. His work blends sharp analysis, tactical insight, and engaging storytelling that resonates with fans around the world. Derick has gained valuable experience in football journalism, developing strong expertise in SEO writing, digital content creation, and social media engagement. A tech enthusiast with a Computer Science degree from the University of Nairobi, he ultimately swapped code for football commentary, bringing an analytical, detail-oriented approach to his writing. Derick is convinced Wayne Rooney is the true GOAT and won’t hear otherwise!
