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Man United Sign Ederson, Begin Carrick Rebuild Amid Departures

6/4/2026

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United Sign Ederson

Manchester United have signed Atalanta midfielder Ederson for £39 million, first signing of Michael Carrick’s era.
Carrick is targeting Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney for £15 million, though the player prefers Everton.
United are also monitoring midfielders Aurélien Tchouaméni, Mateus Fernandes, Carlos Baleba and Elliot Anderson.
Casemiro has left after his contract expired, freeing wage space.
Manuel Ugarte, Joshua Zirkzee, Marcus Rashford, Andre Onana and Jadon Sancho are set to depart.

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Barnes Endorses Carrick

John Barnes praised Michael Carrick’s permanent appointment as United head coach, calling it the best possible choice.
Carrick earned the role after United’s strong second-half run secured third place and Champions League qualification, adding cash for the summer market.
Barnes warned that player affection for Carrick could become a risk.
United will recall André Onana and cut Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte to free wage space for midfield signings.

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Ederson Signs

Ederson will sign a four-plus-one year contract that could keep him at Old Trafford until the 2030-31 season.
The deal is reported at €40.5 million with add-ons that could raise it to €45 million, differing from the £38.8 million figure.
In four seasons at Atalanta, Ederson made 180 appearances, scored 16 goals and provided seven assists.
Analysts compare Ederson’s box-to-box stamina to United legend Fred, saying he can replace the aging Casemiro.

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United Accelerates Deals

United are accelerating negotiations for Ederson and Mateus Fernandes because both missed their national squads for the 2026 World Cup, aiming to finalize deals before the tournament.
West Ham’s £80 million demand for Fernandes and his World Cup exclusion are prompting United to seek a quicker settlement before the summer break.
A possible Manuel Ugarte exit is being timed with the World Cup schedule to keep midfield stability when internationals resume.

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United Sign Ederson

Manchester United have signed Atalanta midfielder Ederson for £39 million, first signing of Michael Carrick’s era.
Carrick is targeting Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney for £15 million, though the player prefers Everton.
United are also monitoring midfielders Aurélien Tchouaméni, Mateus Fernandes, Carlos Baleba and Elliot Anderson.
Casemiro has left after his contract expired, freeing wage space.
Manuel Ugarte, Joshua Zirkzee, Marcus Rashford, Andre Onana and Jadon Sancho are set to depart.

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