Manchester United’s summer transfer machinery is in full motion as the Red Devils turn their sights to Serie A, with reports confirming the club is closely monitoring a 25-year-old Brazilian defensive midfielder from Atalanta.

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🕵️‍♂️ Scouting Spotlight: Brazilian Star Impresses

According to the Manchester Evening News and CaughtOffside, United scouts have been tracking the midfielder’s performances throughout the 2024/25 season, particularly noting his displays in high-stakes European fixtures.

🧱 Role: Defensive Midfielder (No.6)

⚙️ Attributes: Tenacious, ball-winning, press-resistant, deep distributor

🧠 Tactical Fit: Matches Ruben Amorim’s need for a pivot who can anchor a dynamic, high-energy midfield

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🔴 Why United Want Him:

Under Ruben Amorim, Manchester United are actively reshaping the spine of the team after a turbulent season. The Brazilian’s profile fits perfectly with Amorim’s progressive, vertical approach, offering:

🧩 A long-term replacement for Casemiro, who is expected to depart

🔁 Rotation and cover for Kobbie Mainoo

💥 A more athletic, aggressive alternative to Sofyan Amrabat

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🤑 Market Details:

🎯 Valuation: Estimated between €35-45M

⏳ Contract: Still has two years remaining at Atalanta

👀 Other clubs interested: Juventus and Paris Saint-Germain reportedly watching closely

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📊 Season Stats (2024/25):

✅ Matches: 41

🛡️ Tackles per game: 3.2

🔁 Pass accuracy: 87%

📈 Interceptions per game: 2.5

⚽ Goals: 2

🅰️ Assists: 3

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🧠 What’s Next?

United are expected to open informal talks with the player’s representatives in the coming weeks, and could make a formal approach before the end of June depending on player exits and budget allocation.

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This move signals a serious midfield overhaul at Old Trafford – and another step in Ruben Amorim’s rebuild mission. If secured, the Brazilian destroyer could b

e the new engine room general for Manchester United’s 2025/26 charge.