Ederson has passed Manchester United's medical and decided to join several months ago! Mendes is confident that M. Fernandes will be the next signing.

Italian transfer expert Fabrizio Romano has confirmed that all formalities for Ederson's transfer from Atalanta to Manchester United have been completed. The 26-year-old Brazilian holding midfielder is the first acquisition since Carrick took charge. Nevertheless, because of administrative transfer procedures, he will not be able to officially join until the beginning of July.

Romano elaborated: "Manchester United and Atalanta have completed every step of the €45 million transfer for Ederson. Everything is ready, and the player has agreed to the contract. All parties have been in agreement with Ederson since May. Manchester United's first summer signing is 100% confirmed."

The English transfer window opens on June 15, but the Italian international transfer system will only process overseas deals starting July 1. Therefore, although Ederson's transfer is confirmed, he cannot be officially registered in the squad before July.

It is reported that after Atalanta gave the green light, Ederson has already undergone an informal medical examination with Manchester United and passed successfully. He will fly to England after his holiday to officially sign a four-year contract with the club, plus a one-year extension option. According to United's schedule, players not participating in the World Cup are due to report to Carrington on July 8.

AC Milan's former Chelsea player Ruben Loftus-Cheek is optimistic about Ederson's success in the Premier League. "I think he can perform really well in the Premier League. Our encounters showed that he has great physical attributes—fast, strong, and with decent ball control. So I believe he will achieve excellent results."

British media has revealed that Ederson decided to join Manchester United several months ago. Therefore, although he had reached an agreement with Atletico Madrid, Diego Simeone ultimately had to turn to Wolves' Joao Gomes instead. Notably, Romano urged United fans to stay tuned, as he will reveal more news about the club's midfield signings in the coming days.

Romano stated: "Manchester United have officially completed the signing procedures for Ederson, and from today he is a Manchester United player. However, the official announcement and medical will take place after the holiday. United plan to sign at least one more midfielder to fill the gap left by Casemiro's departure. At the moment, this is an excellent opportunity for United: they can compete in the Champions League and have sufficient financial backing. Additionally, they will generate more funds through the transfer of former players like Mason Greenwood."

According to Romano, after Ederson, Manchester United have already started working behind the scenes on the acquisition of a second midfielder. Before the new season begins, Carrick will have at least one more new midfielder at his disposal. Currently, Matheus Fernandes is likely to be that player. It is expected that due to West Ham's relegation to the Championship, the 21-year-old M. Fernandes will definitely leave the club.

M. Fernandes is represented by Portuguese "super agent" Jorge Mendes' agency. Sources reveal that Mendes and his team are confident that Manchester United can reach an agreement with West Ham. "TEAMtalk" transfer expert Fraser Fletcher confirmed that United have contacted M. Fernandes, who has expressed a strong desire to join this summer.

Currently, there is a significant gap in the transfer fee between Manchester United and West Ham, with the "Hammers" demanding £80 million. However, the agent believes the price will eventually be negotiated, allowing M. Fernandes to join Carrick's squad. Journalist Sean Connolly said: "United are aware that many clubs are interested in M. Fernandes, but some rumors are exaggerated. As far as I know, negotiations are ongoing, and representatives from all sides are confident of reaching an agreement. The United management hold him in high regard."