'%20x='0'%20y='0'%20height='100%25'%20width='100%25'%20%0A%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20%20xlink%3Ahref='data:image/jpg;base64,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'%3E%3C/image%3E%3C/svg%3E)
Liverpool are reportedly set to enter into a transfer battle with Manchester United for the signature of Atalanta midfielder Ederson. The Reds were relatively quiet in the last two windows, and with the uncertainty surrounding the futures of some of their first-team players, they are expected to make reinforcements ahead of next season.
Ederson, who joined Atalanta from fellow Italian side Salernitana in 2022, has established himself as a key player with the former. He has featured in every eligible game for the Bergamo-based club this season, barring one, and has scored four goals and provided two assists in 41 appearances.
While Liverpool have their sights set on Ederson, they will have to contend with their Premier League rival, Manchester United. The Red Devils were first reported to show interest in the Brazilian midfielder last month and also made an offer of €60 million to acquire the player’s services.
Trending
According to TuttoAtalanta, Manchester United and Liverpool are poised to table an offer that could reach €60 million for the signature of Ederson. Apart from the Premier League sides, Atletico Madrid and Juventus are also reportedly interested in the 25-year-old.
Ederson’s contract with Atalanta will expire in the summer of 2027, and his current market value is €50 million as per Transfermarkt.
In his almost three-year stay at La Dea, Ederson has scored 12 goals and provided four assists in 131 appearances across competitions.
Atalanta identify replacement for Liverpool and Manchester United target – Reports
While a host of European giants are looking to prise Ederson from Atalanta, the Serie A side is now said to be searching for potential replacements for their defensive midfielder.
As per reports, Ederson is keen to leave Bergamo and is considering playing in the Premier League. To that end, La Dea are now looking for alternatives for the Brazil international, and TuttoAtalanta has claimed that they are eyeing a summer transfer for Tino Anjorin.
Anjorin is a product of Chelsea’s academy who currently plies his trade with Empoli after the west London club allowed him on a free transfer last summer. The 23-year-old is renowned for his versatility on the pitch. He primarily plays as an attacking midfielder, but an in-depth review of his profile indicated that he can also play as a central and defensive midfielder.
However, Anjorin’s debut campaign at Empoli has been marred by injuries. He is currently on the sidelines due to a thigh injury. He has provided three assists for the Serie A side in 17 appearances across competitions.
It remains to be seen whether Liverpool with beat Manchester United or vice versa for the signature of Atalanta's Ederson.
