Ederson’s Manchester United transfer on hold as second part of medical pending | OneFootball

Manchester United have not yet announced Ederson’s transfer from Atalanta as the Red Devils reportedly want to assess the midfielder’s fitness with a second part of medical tests in the UK.

Ederson’s Manchester United transfer is currently on hold as the Red Devils are waiting for the midfielder’s second part of the medical checks.

Why Man United have yet to announce Ederson’s transfer

Atalanta and Ederson reached an agreement with Manchester United weeks ago, and the Brazil international already underwent the first part of the examinations before joining the Brazil national team for the World Cup.

Fabrizio Romano explains that the Red Devils are waiting for Ederson to travel to England to undergo the second part of his medical tests.

ROME, ITALY – APRIL 18: Ederson of Atalanta challenges Neil El Aynaoui of AS Roma during the Serie A match between AS Roma and Atalanta BC at Stadio Olimpico on April 18, 2026 in Rome, Italy. (Photo by Paolo Bruno/Getty Images)

MUNICH, GERMANY – MARCH 18: Ederson of Atalanta looks on during the UEFA Champions League 2025/26 Round of 16 Second Leg match between FC Bayern München and Atalanta BC at Football Arena Munich on March 18, 2026 in Munich, Germany. (Photo by Stuart Franklin/Getty Images)

Romano has confirmed that the documents for Ederson’s transfer are filled out and ready to be signed. However, the Red Devils will not confirm the deal until they have a clear understanding of the Brazilian’s fitness.