Following a successful finish to the 2025/26 Premier League season, Manchester United is gearing up for an important summer transfer window, particularly in midfield after the departure of Casemiro. The club has identified Ederson, a 26-year-old midfielder from Atalanta, as their top target. Valued at around £38.3 million, Ederson has reportedly reached a verbal agreement with United and has halted talks with other clubs to facilitate his transfer. Atalanta's manager, Raffaele Palladino, acknowledged the situation, stating that Ederson's absence in a recent match was due to transfer market developments. Ederson is known for his ball-winning capabilities and box-to-box play, drawing comparisons to players like Declan Rice and former United midfielder Ander Herrera. While United is also interested in Nottingham Forest's Elliot Anderson, the high asking price of over £100 million complicates that potential deal. Securing Ederson would mark a significant start to United's transfer activities.