Manchester United closing in on Michael Carrick's first signing as £39million deal is agreed
Manchester United has reached an agreement to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson for a fee rising to £38.8 million. The 26-year-old Brazilian is set to become the first signing under the club's new permanent head coach, Michael Carrick.
Why it matters
This marks a significant personnel shift for a major global football club as they look to build on a third-place Premier League finish.
Add us as preferred source Manchester United have reached an agreement rising to £38.8million to sign Atalanta star Ederson, talkSPORT understands. The two clubs have been in advanced talks for days, and they have now finally settled on a fee for the midfielder.
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