Manchester United reached an agreement with Atalanta to sign Enderson in a deal worth up to £38million more than a month ago, and now the transfer is finally set to be completed16:35, 06 Jul 2026Manchester United are edging closer to making their first signing of the summer transfer window. After Brazil crashed out of the World Cup on Sunday, Ederson is free to complete his long-awaited move to Old Trafford.‌United and Atalanta agreed a deal worth up to £38million at the beginning of June, with personal terms on a contract until 2030 also in place. Ederson's arrival was always scheduled to be finalised in July, and that was made certain when he received a late call-up to Carlo Ancelotti's squad for the World Cup.‌The midfielder made two substitute appearances during the tournament, including a cameo in Brazil's 2-1 loss against Norway in the round of 16. Now that Brazil are heading home, Ederson can focus on his club career.‌Reports from Italy state that the 26-year-old is set to travel to the UK and complete the final part of medical, having already undergone initial checks with Brazil in the United States. No timeframe has been set, however, with Ederson expected to have a short break before linking up with his new United team-mates.Get the latest World Cup 2026 news in your inbox with our Make Football Great Again newsletterEderson was identified by Carrick and United's director of football, Jason Wilcox, as a replacement for Casemiro, who recently left Old Trafford upon the expiry of his contract. His arrival would mark Carrick's first signing since he was named permanent manager in May and kick-off a crucial summer for the Red Devils.‌With Casemiro out of the door and Manuel Ugarte expected to miss most of the 2026-27 season after suffering a serious knee injury at the World Cup, United need midfield reinforcements. The Red Devils lost the race for £116m-rated Elliot Anderson to Manchester City before identifying Matheus Fernandes as an alternative.Who else should Manchester United sign this summer? Have your say in the comments section.‌But United were gazumped by Tottenham, who paid West Ham a fixed £85m for his signature. Other targets include Crystal Palace midfielder Adam Wharton and Real Madrid star Aurelien Tchouameni, while Carrick's side have recently been linked with Andrey Santos of Chelsea and Bournemouth youngster Alex Scott.United are also looking to sign a backup goalkeeper, a left-back, a left winger, a striker and potentially a third midfielder. The Red Devils travel to newly-promoted Hull City on the opening weekend of the season before hosting Ipswich Town, who also came up from the Championship.Join our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.Article continues belowContent cannot be displayed without consent