Ederson is set to seal his move to Manchester United after receiving a shock late call-up to the Brazil national team. On Sunday, the Brazilian Football Confederation announced Ederson's inclusion in Carlo Ancelotti's World Cup squad.
What happened?
Ederson's call-up came after Flamengo's Wesley sustained an injury. This development has pushed United to change the schedule for his transfer.
Timeline adjustment
According to Tyrone Marshall of the Manchester Evening News, United are now working with a new timetable to officially get Ederson's transfer over the line. Marshall explains that Ederson is yet to undergo a medical and sign the paperwork.
World Cup impact
Ederson's newfound role with the Seleção has affected his transfer plans. He will put pen to paper on a four-year contract running until 2030, with a deal worth an initial fee of £34m plus £3.8m in potential add-ons.
The midfielder was due to spend all summer with the Red Devils and be available for the side's pre-season fixture schedule against Wrexham in Helsinki on July 18. However, like all the United players who will participate in the tournament, Ederson will be given some time off between the end of the competition and the time they report back for pre-season training.
Ederson's move to Old Trafford is a significant statement of intent by United, who have made bolstering the midfield a priority. The 26-year-old's transfer is expected to be completed once Brazil's World Cup is over.
The Peoples Person has been one of the world's leading Man United news sites for over a decade. Ederson's transfer is set to be a major boost for the Red Devils, who are looking to strengthen their squad for the upcoming season.