Manchester United’s move to sign Ederson appears set to fall through. So who next?
Multiple sources are reporting that Manchester United will not go ahead with the deal to sign Ederson from Atalanta.
United are yet to comment on the deal and privately insist they are still assessing the situation. But it is looking as through the deal will not go through.
So who could United sign instead? Ederson was not the key man in midfield, he was set to join as a back-up.
United will sign Andrey Santos from Chelsea and are expected to target another big name. But first they must also now find a possible replacement for Ederson.
We have three names who could slot straight in…
Joao Gomes
Joao Gomes is available after his own move to Atletico Madrid collapsed due to their change of direction.
Similar to Ederson, Gomes is a Brazil international, but he also arrives with Premier League experience, playing more than 100 games for Wolves.
Already, Brazilian newspaper Globo has claimed that United have made contact over a move for the 25-year-old.
Gomes is available after Wolves’ relegation and would cost a similar fee to the Ederson outlay.
WHO should Manchester United sign instead if the deal for Ederson has COLLAPSED?
Sander Berge
One strong option could be one of the surprise stars of the World Cup, Norway midfielder Sander Berge.
Berge has been linked with United in the past. This time United might need to pull the trigger on a deal finally.
The Norwegian has proved to be a reliable Premier League performer, and his World Cup display against Brazil reinforced his ability to play at a high level.
United could potentially do this deal for even below the Ederson price, and for that money, it could be shrewd business.
What is your REACTION to the claims that Manchester United’s deal for Ederson is now OFF…?
Major news…
Manu Kone
Could Manchester United replace one Serie A player with another? Manu Kone might just be the smart solution.
Kone has been impressing at the World Cup for France, where he has stepped in for Aurelien Tchouamei.
Roma star Kone is versatile, and he is player who has been linked with United since the start of his career.
Kone could even be an option for the lead midfield role even if the Ederson deal goes ahead. As a replacement, he could end up being an upgrade.
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