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Manchester United<\/a>\u2019s achievements in the 2025\/26 season simply cannot be understated, especially after the struggles under Ruben Amorim at the start of the campaign.<\/p>\n

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Michael Carrick<\/a> led the Red Devils on a run of just two losses in his 17 Premier League<\/a> outings – subsequently leading the club to a third-place finish.<\/p>\n

The aforementioned finish secured the 44-year-old the manager\u2019s job on a permanent basis, but next term will be when he is judged most by the hierarchy and supporters.<\/p>\n

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He will no doubt have huge funds to spend during the remainder of the transfer window – but it\u2019s vital any additions made are up to the level required for success.<\/p>\n

However, it appears as though one of their current transfer targets won\u2019t be making the move to Old Trafford despite a long and continuous saga.<\/p>\n

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\n Why Ederson\u2019s Man Utd deal is now in huge doubt<\/strong>
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Over recent months, Man Utd have been hugely linked<\/a> with a deal to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson<\/a>, despite the player being at the ongoing World Cup.<\/p>\n

It was even reported at one stage that a full agreement had been reached between the player and the two clubs – leading to a \u00a340m deal being mooted for his signature.<\/p>\n

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Such a deal was on the verge of being completed, depending on the outcome of the player\u2019s medical, but his checks have seemingly raised some issues with Carrick\u2019s side.<\/p>\n

After his latest medical in Manchester, the Red Devils have decided to walk away from proceedings, and the deal is now in huge jeopardy of completely falling apart.<\/p>\n

His current employers have stated that the 27-year-old is still 100% fit and doesn\u2019t have any current injury issues which could have derailed any transfer to Old Trafford.<\/p>\n

Issues may have arisen from a meniscus injury Ederson suffered back in 2025, but it\u2019s currently unclear as to the full reason why United have walked away from a deal.<\/p>\n

Multiple other sources have stated that Carrick\u2019s men are yet to pull out of a transfer for the Brazilian, but the next few days will be vital to see if a move can still be completed.<\/p>\n

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\n The player who\u2019d wipe the floor with Ederson at United<\/strong>
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Missing out on Ederson will be a bitter blow for INEOS and United, especially considering the long-standing pursuit for his signature throughout the summer window.<\/p>\n

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The need for a new central midfielder is at the top of the club\u2019s agenda for the current market, with a huge hole at the heart of side following Casemiro\u2019s departure at the end of June.<\/p>\n

Ederson isn\u2019t the only option currently being considered by the recruitment team, with Lille midfielder Ayyoub Bouaddi another in their sights at present.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s been reported by talkSPORT that United have already been in talks<\/a> with the player\u2019s representatives over the possibility of a move to Old Trafford this window.<\/p>\n

Speaking on their YouTube channel in recent days, journalist Ben Jacobs stated: \u201cManchester City are seriously considering a move, Manchester United are there as well, having made an inquiry.<\/p>\n

\u201cI\u2019m also told Bayern are among the interested parties; Chelsea also appreciate the player. We will get more movement on his future now Morocco\u2019s exit is confirmed.\u201d<\/p>\n

A deal for Bouaddi over Ederson could be a blessing in disguise for the Red Devils, with the 18-year-old massively outperforming the Brazilian throughout the 2025\/26 campaign.<\/p>\n

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Ayyoub Bouaddi – Ligue 1 stats (2025\/26)<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n

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Statistics (per 90)<\/p>\n<\/th>\n

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Tally<\/p>\n<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n

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Games played<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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30<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Goals & assists<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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1<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Pass accuracy<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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85%<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Chances created<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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1.1<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Dribble success<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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61%<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Ground duels won<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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57%<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Aerials won<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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64%<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n

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Tackles made<\/p>\n<\/td>\n

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2.4<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table><\/div>\n

Bouaddi, who\u2019s been dubbed \u201cexceptional<\/a>\u201d by analyst Ben Mattinson, managed to make more tackles per 90, whilst achieving a better ground duel success rate.<\/p>\n

Both of the aforementioned areas highlight his dominance without the ball, something which Carrick\u2019s side desperately need after Casemiro\u2019s departure.<\/p>\n

In possession, the teenager also dominated Ederson, subsequently completing more of the dribbles attempted and creating more chances per 90.<\/p>\n

His dribble success rate ranks him in the top 15% of all midfielders in Europe\u2019s top-five leagues, which could make him the perfect orchestrator at the base of United\u2019s midfield.<\/p>\n

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\u00a360m for an 18-year-old would be a huge investment for Carrick\u2019s side, but it\u2019s a deal which could set them up for many years to come in the Premier League.<\/p>\n

Missing out on Ederson may be a disappointment at present, but it could prove to be a blessing in disguise if the hierarchy can secure a move for Bouaddi this window.<\/p>\n