Some footballers across the continent are enjoying their time off by attending the Monaco Grand Prix over the weekend, with Ruben Loftus-Cheek among them to offer his verdict on Manchester United’s potential new signing direct from the paddock.
Excitement has been building over the Monaco Grand Prix all week. Paul Pogba was asked about Michael Carrick on the paddock, but broadcasters are also keen to capitalise on meeting footballers mid-holiday to get quotes on transfer developments.
Manchester United have been active in the market, even though the transfer window has yet to officially open.
An agreement has been reached for Ederson to sign for United, after impressing at Atalanta in Serie A, although confirmation of a deal has not yet been communicated.
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Ruben Loftus-Cheek impressed by Ederson
AC Milan midfielder Ruben Loftus-Cheek has explained why United are making ‘a good signing’ in Atalanta star Ederson at £38m.
The England international, formerly of Chelsea, was attending the Monaco Grand Prix as he enjoys some off time away from football.
Loftus-Cheek was in Monaco for the race because he was not selected for the 2026 World Cup, albeit following a campaign plagued by injury problems.
He spoke to Sky Sports News and was asked about Ederson following claims United have an agreement to sign the Atalanta midfielder.
“I think he’ll do just fine,” Loftus-Cheek said.
“The times we’ve played against each other, he’s been very physical. He’s quick, he’s strong, good on the ball, so I’m thinking he’s going to do really well and he’s a good signing.”
These comments will only help build excitement over Ederson as United’s new signing.
Well, once it’s announced and Ederson has put pen to paper.
- ⚡️ NEWS IN BRIEF
- Ruben Loftus-Cheek hails Manchester United-linked Ederson while attending the Monaco Grand Prix
- Ederson has played against Loftus-Cheek in Serie A and Coppa Italia fixtures
- United have reached an agreement to sign Ederson from Atalanta
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Ruben Loftus-Cheek’s record against Ederson
Since Loftus-Cheek moved to AC Milan from Chelsea in 2023, he has faced Atalanta in Serie A and Coppa Italia fixtures.
They’ve faced each other six times, and Ederson has enjoyed three wins compared to one victory for Loftus-Cheek.
That includes two draws.
Ederson has also scored one goal in those matches.
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