Ederson’s Agent Issues Stern Warning to Atalanta

André Cury, the astute representative of Ederson, has made waves with his recent comments, hinting that the Brazilian midfielder’s tenure at Atalanta may be drawing to a close. In an interview with Cadena SER, Cury laid the groundwork for potential upheaval.

“It’s an opportunity because his contract is expiring. His side didn’t want to sell him despite very high offers. I think they will do it in this January window or in the summer. They wanted a lot of money, €60/75M. He is close to the end of his deal, so they could cut the price in half, to €30/40M.”

Diving deeper into the details, sources from Tuttomercatoweb indicate that Ederson's contract extends until 2027, yet with no renewal on the horizon, Atalanta’s hand may be forced. As Cury's proactive approach becomes evident, La Dea faces a precarious predicament akin to that of Napoli with Khvicha Kvaratskhelia, as they could fall afoul of FIFA’s notorious Article 17—this rule allows over-28 players to rescind contracts under certain conditions.

Fabrizio Romano, via SOSFanta, further underscores the situation, noting that Inter has long been an admirer of Ederson. However, the ongoing saga surrounding Ademola Lookman has complicated negotiations between the two clubs. Moreover, Manchester United expressed interest in the star last year, and there's burgeoning interest from the Saudi league as well.

Our Expert Take on Atalanta and Ederson

While La Dea is known for their steadfastness against agent pressure, the looming contract expiration presents a legitimate challenge. It’s imperative for Atalanta to capitalize on Ederson’s marketability, especially if they aim to avoid losing him for a fraction of his value. Immediate cashing in this January could yield maximum profit, although they currently lack a suitable replacement, as Yunus Musah’s development has yet to materialize. With potential suitors like Juventus and Napoli reportedly circling, Atalanta may need to strategize carefully, as recent tendencies suggest reluctance to engage with rivals from Serie A.