Andrea Pirlo praises Ederson ahead of Manchester United transfer
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 7, 2026, 6:10 AM
Last updated Jul 7, 2026
Manchester United is nearing the completion of a £39 million transfer for Atalanta midfielder Ederson. After Brazil's elimination from the World Cup, Ederson is expected to finalize his medical and officially join United. Italy's Andrea Pirlo has expressed confidence in Ederson's ability to adapt to the Premier League, calling him a dynamic player. Speculation about United potentially pulling out of the deal has been dismissed by club sources, confirming the transfer is still on track.
- •Ederson's transfer from Atalanta to Manchester United is worth £39 million.
- •Brazil's World Cup run ended after losing to Norway in the last sixteen.
- •Andrea Pirlo believes Ederson will succeed in the Premier League.
- •United sources confirmed the transfer deal remains on track.
- •Ederson is expected to complete his medical after international duties.
- 6:10 AMYahoo Sports — Ederson: Andrea Pirlo tells Man United what to expect from Atalanta star
"Manchester United remain on track to complete the signing of Atalanta enforcer Ederson after a £39 million deal was struck last month – with Serie A legend Andrea Pirlo giving his assessment of the...
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