Manchester United are continuing their aggressive midfield rebuild after reportedly reaching a full agreement to sign Atalanta star Ederson.
The Brazilian is expected to become the first major arrival of the Michael Carrick era, but INEOS are far from finished in the transfer market.
United are understood to be targeting two more midfield additions before the window closes.
One player who remains firmly on their radar is Bournemouth midfielder Alex Scott.
They have already held talks to understand the total financial package required to sign the young Englishman.
According to The Athletic, Man United feel they have a chance to strike an agreement closer to £60 million this summer.
Bournemouth have no intention to sell the midfielder. Their preference is to tie Scott down to a new long-term contract instead.
The South Coast club are reportedly prepared to include a release clause worth around £75 million in any fresh agreement.
INEOS must remain disciplined
Casemiro will officially leave the club after his contract expires at the end of this month.
Manuel Ugarte could be offloaded after a turbulent 24-month spell at Old Trafford.
Ederson appears set to become the first piece of the puzzle as United attempt to reshape the heart of their midfield.
Scott developed rapidly under former Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola, whose high-intensity style helped unlock his potential.
The 22-year-old plays as a holding midfielder but possesses the ability to drive forward with the ball at his feet.
The data suggests Scott currently outperforms Kobbie Mainoo in regaining possession.
However, the United academy graduate remains comfortably superior when it comes to progressive passing.
The Red Devils must be extremely careful not to overpay if Bournemouth continue to play hardball in negotiations.
Mateus Fernandes may ultimately represent the more attractive long-term investment.
The West Ham midfielder looks more complete at this stage of his development and arguably possesses a higher ceiling.
West Ham United want £80m to offload Fernandes but United believe that valuation could fall significantly later in the transfer window.
Stats from Transfermarkt.com
