🚨Ederson on his failed move to Manchester United:
🎙️ Reporter: “Ederson, you were heavily linked with Manchester United this summer. How difficult was it when the transfer didn’t happen?”
🗣️ Ederson:
“It was one of the hardest moments of my career, honestly.
I could already see myself at Old Trafford. In my mind, I was already wearing the Manchester United shirt. That’s how real it felt to me.
I even spoke to Matheus Cunha about it. I told him, ‘Get ready because I’m going to be setting you up for goals.’ We laughed about it, but deep down I truly believed we’d be teammates.
Playing for Manchester United has always been one of my biggest dreams. When the opportunity came, I didn’t have to think twice. I wanted it with all my heart.
When the transfer didn’t happen, it broke me. People only see the headlines, but they don’t see what goes on behind the scenes. Emotionally, I was already there. I had imagined my first game, the fans, the stadium everything.
Football can be cruel sometimes. You can be so close to living your dream, and then suddenly it’s gone. I’ll keep working and giving everything wherever I play, but I won’t pretend this didn’t hurt.
Some opportunities stay with you forever, and for me, Manchester United will always be one of them.”
🚨 EXCLUSIVE: Manchester United in advanced talks to sign Youri Tielemans from Aston Villa. All parties in contact as #MUFC try to finalise - 29yo midfielder keen on move. Ederson deal off for now; #MUFC may look to revisit later this summer @TheAthleticFC https://t.co/KbWwD1jxov