Manchester United seeks midfield reinforcements following Ederson setback
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 5:40 AM
Last updated Jul 13, 2026
Manchester United is facing challenges in their midfield rebuild after a deal for Atalanta midfielder Ederson fell through due to medical concerns. The club has missed out on several other targets, including Elliot Anderson, Sandro Tonali, and Mateus Fernandes. They successfully agreed to terms with Chelsea for Andrey Santos but still require two additional midfield signings. Journalist Eduardo Burgos reports that United is interested in Manu Koné, Alex Scott, and Ayyoub Bouaddi, with Bouaddi gaining attention for his standout performances at the World Cup.
- •Ederson's transfer to Manchester United collapsed due to medical issues.
- •United has missed out on other key midfield targets this summer.
- •Three potential targets include Manu Koné, Alex Scott, and Ayyoub Bouaddi.
- •Bouaddi shined during Morocco’s World Cup quarter-final run.
- 5:40 AMYahoo Sports — Ayyoub Bouaddi: Man United’s midfield plans revealed after Ederson shock
"Manchester United have endured a difficult summer in their efforts to complete a midfield rebuild.Slow progressThe Red Devils did agree a deal for Atalanta’s Ederson, but his move appears to be off ...
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