Manchester United had pursued Brazilian midfielder Ederson from Atalanta, completing a full medical assessment before the club decided not to proceed with the transfer. A potential issue identified during the medical led to the collapse of the deal.
The agreement had been reached at a £38 million fee, with personal terms also settled. Although the move fell through, the club expressed sympathy toward the player and his family.
United have recently signed Andrey Santos from Chelsea and are on the verge of finalising a transfer for Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa, signaling a continued focus on strengthening the midfield area.
Whether the club will revisit the Ederson proposal later in the window depends on how the transfer period develops.
The recent acquisitions aim to enhance control, composure, and technical skill in midfield, while a defensive midfielder could provide additional protection for the back line.
