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Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson has a strong chance to end his Manchester City career at the end of this summer. The Brazilian has been one of the most prolific keepers since his move to the Etihad in 2017, but his journey with the Blue side of Manchester might be coming to an end.
Ederson was set to leave the Premier League in 2024 after winning a fourth consecutive Premier League title. The Brazilian was set to join the Saudi Pro League last year, but the move collapsed at the last minute. He was offered an astonishing £900,000-a-week to leave Manchester City last summer.
What do the Reports say about Ederson?
Despite the deal getting canceled at the last minute, Ederson has not denied moving to the Middle East in 2025. According to reports from Fabrizio Romano, the Saudi Pro League has once again shown interest in signing Manchester City’s goalkeeper. It is also reported that Pep Guardiola no longer recognizes him as his first-choice keeper and is ready to part ways with him.
In the 2024/25 season, Ederson made only 22 appearances for the club, the lowest number of appearances the Brazilian has had since joining in 2017. The Brazilian keeper has not even been seen on the team sheet in the club’s most important matches, such as the FA Cup semifinal clash against Nottingham Forest. Ederson doesn’t have a contract beyond 2026, and he currently earns £180k-a-week.
The Revamp At Manchester City
Whether Ederson leaves the club or not, it is safe to say that the revamp at Manchester City is well and truly underway. Kevin De Bruyne has already bid farewell to the club after nine successful years on the blue side of Manchester. Meanwhile, Kyle Walker is on loan at AC Milan, but Guardiola doesn’t fancy a future for the Englishman beyond this season.
Ilkay Gundogan, John Stones and Nathan Ake are also unsure about continuing at the club. Gundogan’s links are surprising because he had only joined the club at the start of this season, but his performances have not been as attractive as they were in his first stint at Manchester City. He returned to the club after spending one season in Barcelona.
With regards to Ederson, Stefan Ortega has officially taken over as the first-choice keeper at the club. The German has not skipped a beat since securing a title-deciding save against Son Heung-Min last season. The Citizens denied Arsenal and secured their fourth consecutive Premier League title.
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