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Ederson is interested in joining Atletico Madrid, but Manchester United remains hopeful of signing him. Atletico Madrid is currently unable to meet Atalanta's €40 million asking price.
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Report Ederson wants Atletico Madrid, but Manchester United still have hope
Sportitalia transfer pundit Alfredo Pedullà warns Manchester United can still get Ederson from Atalanta, as Atletico Madrid are too far off the €40m asking price.
The midfielder is widely expected to leave Bergamo at the end of the season, especially as his current contract only runs to June 2027, so time is running out to organise an extension.
It is also no secret that there are two clubs particularly eager to secure his services in the summer, namely Atletico Madrid and Manchester United.
BERGAMO, ITALY – MAY 02: Ederson of Atalanta BC in action challenges for the ball with Vitinha of Genoa FC during the Serie A match between Atalanta BC and Genoa CFC at Gewiss Stadium on May 02, 2026 in Bergamo, Italy. (Photo by Mattia Ozbot/Getty Images)
Multiple sources assured weeks ago that Atletico Madrid agreed personal terms with the Brazilian and he would be their first choice.
Ederson's desire to join Atletico Madrid stems from the club's competitive stature and potential for success.
Manchester United is hoping to negotiate a deal despite Atletico Madrid's struggles to meet the €40 million asking price from Atalanta.
Ederson's current contract with Atalanta runs until June 2027, prompting urgency for a potential transfer.
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However, Pedullà points out that the Spaniards are still a very long way off agreeing a fee with Atalanta, because the proposal is just €30m plus bonuses.
If Manchester United can match the personal terms proposed by Atleti and also increase the offer for Atalanta to €40m, then the matter is far from a foregone conclusion.