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Manchester United potentially have a gem on their hands, one who could form the bedrock of his national team for years to come.<\/p>\n
The Red Devils\u2019 main challenge this summer was to find the ideal replacement for Casemiro, who is all set to join Major League Soccer side Inter Miami.<\/p>\n
Before leaving, the Brazilian recommended INEOS to sign Ederson from Atalanta, which United promptly did.<\/p>\n
The former Salernitana ace was subsequently called up for the World Cup, and United fans were excited to see their new recruit in action.<\/p>\n
Instead, the 26-year-old was limited to two cameo appearances off the bench, and he flattered to deceive in both.<\/p>\n
Since then, Ederson\u2019s deal has run into trouble, with United not impressed with the medical he underwent in the United States.<\/p>\n
He is currently in Manchester, undergoing a thorough medical, and there is still a chance the move could break down.<\/p>\n
United fans should not worry, with the 20-time English league champions swiftly concluding a deal for Andrey Santos from Chelsea.<\/p>\n
In further good news, journalist Ben Jacobs has claimed that, despite not making the World Cup squad, Andrey Santos is rated very highly back home.<\/p>\n
In fact, coaches in the Brazilian national camp feel Andrey Santos will be the long-term successor to Casemiro.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe expectation in the Brazil camp is that Andrey Santos is the person to fill the shoes of Casemiro in the no. 6 role,\u201d Jacobs revealed.<\/p>\n
If this turns out to be true, United will be giddy with joy, especially considering how they landed the perfect replacement in such an inflated market.<\/p>\n
The Old Trafford faithful will be hoping to see their Brazilian recruits shine next season, with the 22-year-old expected to put pen to paper on his new United deal on Friday, along with fellow new signing Karl Darlow.<\/p>\n
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