Atalanta Eye Nigerian Midfielder As Ederson Replacement After Man United Scouts Watch Brazilian Star

Atalanta are weighing up a summer move for Empolis Nigerian midfielder Faustino Anjorin as a potential replacement for Brazilian star Ederson, who is attracting strong interest from Manchester United, Soccernet.ng reports .

Italian transfer insider Nicolo Schira reports that Atalanta are closely monitoring Anjorin's development, with the 23-year-old emerging as a prime candidate should Ederson leave the club this summer.

United are understood to have intensified their scouting of Ederson, with representatives present at San Siro during Atalanta's recent clash against AC Milan.

The Red Devils view the Brazilian as a long-term midfield option, with a significant offer likely to prompt Atalanta into selling, despite Ederson being contracted until 2027.

Anjorin, who joined Empoli on a three-year deal from Chelsea last summer, has impressed in Serie A this season. Although a recent thigh injury has kept him sidelined for the past seven games, the Anglo-Nigerian midfielder had already made 17 league appearances and provided three assists before his setback.