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Man United Rule Out Palmer, Eye Ederson, Secure CL Spot

5/9/2026

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Manchester United have ruled out signing Cole Palmer from Chelsea this summer.
Co-owners INEOS said pursuing the 24-year-old is not among their primary transfer-window objectives.
Chelsea could demand £150 million (€173.5 m, $204.5 m) for Palmer, according to sources.
United have also held talks with agents of Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson as part of their summer plans.
Interim manager Michael Carrick guided United to Champions League qualification for the 2026-27 season.

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Manchester United have ruled out signing Cole Palmer from Chelsea this summer.
Co-owners INEOS said pursuing the 24-year-old is not among their primary transfer-window objectives.
Chelsea could demand £150 million (€173.5 m, $204.5 m) for Palmer, according to sources.
United have also held talks with agents of Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson as part of their summer plans.
Interim manager Michael Carrick guided United to Champions League qualification for the 2026-27 season.