Ederson handed stunning late call-up to Brazil’s World Cup squad days after finalising United move – official

Incoming Manchester United midfield signing Ederson has received a shock late call-up to the Brazil squad ahead of the start of the World Cup. Latest arrival Heading into the summer window, it’s believed that United’s top priority is bolstering their midfield ranks as they prepare to play in the Champions League next season and potentially mount a title challenge. United identified Ederson, whose contract with Atalanta was set to expire in 2027, as a top target. An agreement on personal terms was swiftly struck with the player’s camp. After weeks of negotiation with Atalanta, a breakthrough was finally reached last week. A report covered by The Peoples Person confirmed that United will pay an initial fee of £34m (€40.5m) plus £3.8m (€4.5m) in potential add-ons. Everything is in place for Ederson to put pen to paper on a four-year deal at the club with an option to extend his stay for an additional 12 months. The transfer is expected to officially go through before July, subject to Ederson completing a medical, which would make the 26-year-old the first signing of the Michael Carrick era. More recently, it emerged that Ederson has already had the first part of his medical at United, with the permission of Atalanta. Ederson was left out of the Brazil squad for the World Cup, but now, the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) has confirmed that he has been called up ahead of the start of the tournament on Thursday. This comes after Wesley was dropped with an injury. Ederson’s Brazil boost An official CBF statement reads, “Athlete Wesley was reassessed this Sunday by the Brazilian National Team’s medical commission and underwent an imaging exam.” “The MRI confirmed a muscle injury in the left thigh’s adductor muscle.” “The CBF regrets the injury. Wesley is an athlete beloved by the group and will always be considered part of this team that seeks the world hexacampeonato.” “Given the diagnosis, the CBF announces the call-up of athlete Éderson, who will join the delegation already this Monday, in the United States.” CBF informa: “O atleta Wesley foi reavaliado neste domingo pela comissão médica da Seleção Brasileira e submetido a exame de imagem. A ressonância magnética constatou lesão muscular no músculo adutor da coxa esquerda. A CBF lamenta a lesão. Wesley é um atleta querido pelo… — Raisa Simplicio (@simpraisa) June 7, 2026 It’s a welcome boost for Ederson, who will be hoping to make history with the Selecao in North America. Featured image Omar Vega 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!