Man United transfer could be delayed as statement released

Manchester United have agreed a deal to sign Ederson from Atalanta, but the move could now be delayed after he got called up to Brazil’s World Cup squad

Brazil have called up Atalanta midfielder Ederson – which could now delay his move to Manchester United after they reached an agreement to sign him.

Ederson will head to the World Cup to play for the South Americans, who were dealt an injury blow. Roma full-back Wesley will miss the tournament in North America, leaving Brazil needing cover.

A statement from the Brazilian Football Confederation (CBF) on Sunday read: A statement read: “The Brazilian Football Confederation reports that the athlete Wesley was re-evaluated this Sunday by the Brazilian National Team’s medical commission and underwent an imaging exam.

“The MRI scan revealed a muscle injury in the adductor muscle of the left thigh. The CBF regrets the injury. Wesley is a beloved player within the group and will always be considered part of this team that is seeking its sixth world championship.

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“In light of the diagnosis, the CBF (Brazilian Football Confederation) announces the call-up of player Ederson, who will join the delegation this Monday in the United States.”

The 26-year-old is due to move to Old Trafford for an initial £35million, but will now aid the efforts of Carlo Ancelotti and his team. Brazil are seeking their sixth World Cup success and their first since 2002.

Brazil’s initial squad only included five midfielders, Newcastle’s Bruno Guimaraes and Casemiro among them. They have been drawn into Group C and will begin their tournament against Morocco on June 13. They will then take on Haiti on June 20 and Scotland four days later.

Ederson is set to sign a four-year deal at Old Trafford with an option to extend his stay for an additional 12 months. The move had been expected to go through before July, subject to Ederson completing a medical, but that could now be pushed back due to his World Cup involvement.

United want to bring in a number of midfielders during the summer window. They have just seen Casemiro, who will link up with Ederson at the World Cup, leave following the expiry of his contract. Manuel Ugarte is also likely to depart.