Midfield Battle: Real Madrid and Atlético in Pursuit of Ederson

Both Real Madrid and Atlético Madrid are eyeing Ederson, the talented Brazilian midfielder currently making waves at Atalanta. Acquiring him would require an investment of over €60 million.

After eighteen matches this season, Atalanta is still in the race for the Serie A title. With only three losses and two draws, they sit second in the standings, just three points behind Napoli, and they have a game in hand that could level them with the Neapolitans.

The impressive performances of Atalanta can be credited to the exceptional coaching of Gian Piero Gasperini and the standout contributions from key players like Ederson.

At just 25 years old, he has emerged as a pivotal figure in the midfield and is regarded as one of the most well-rounded and dependable midfielders in Europe.

Madrid Derby: Real Madrid vs Atlético Madrid

Given his remarkable form, it’s no wonder that, according to reports from As, Ederson has caught the eye of several European clubs, including the two Spanish giants: Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid.

Real Madrid sees him as a strong alternative to their primary target, Martín Zubimendi from Real Sociedad, while Atlético Madrid envisions Ederson as a central component of their midfield plans.

If either club decides to pursue him, they will have to make a substantial financial investment. Ederson’s contract with Atalanta extends until June 2027, and it’s evident that the Nerazzurri will not part with him for anything less than €60 million.

So far, the former Corinthians and Salernitana player has made 115 official appearances for Atalanta, netting 10 goals and providing three assists.

The pursuit of Ederson underscores the continuous strategic efforts by leading European clubs to acquire top talent.

With the January transfer window approaching, it will be interesting to see which of these Spanish giants manages to bring Ederson to La Liga.

His signing could be a game-changer for either team, possibly affecting the trajectory of their seasons.