Manchester United shifts focus to Joao Gomes after Ederson medical issue
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 8:55 PM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
Manchester United has expressed interest in Wolverhampton Wanderers midfielder Joao Gomes after withdrawing from talks to sign Ederson. The decision follows concerns raised by medical tests concerning Ederson. United is considering Gomes as a potential signing, alongside Chelsea's Andrey Santos. Gomes had previously been linked to Atletico Madrid in a €45 million deal. Liverpool is also monitoring the 25-year-old midfielder, who has garnered long-standing interest from United. Matheus Cunha, Gomes's former teammate, believes he could be a valuable addition to any team.
- •Manchester United pulled out of a deal for Ederson due to medical concerns.
- •United is now targeting Joao Gomes and Andrey Santos.
- •Gomes was close to joining Atletico Madrid before the move fell through.
- •Liverpool is also considering a bid for Gomes.
- •Matheus Cunha believes Gomes would be a strong addition to any team.
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