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Manchester City may lose their longtime goalkeeper Éderson this summer. Reports suggest he might leave after facing uncertainty at the Etihad. Saudi Pro League clubs, who have tried to sign him before, are still very interested. This increases the chances of a major move.
WHAT HAPPENED?
Éderson has been City’s first-choice goalkeeper since 2017. Now, he might leave in the next transfer window. Reports call his possible exit an “open secret.” At least one club is trying hard to sign him for next season. Saudi teams, who nearly signed him last summer, are trying again. Injury concerns and City’s possible squad rebuilding make his departure more likely.
HOW IT AFFECTS CITY AND ÉDERSON
Manchester City are having another strong season. They are second in the Premier League and fighting for the title. However, Éderson has had injury problems, limiting his playtime. Back-up Stefan Ortega has played more instead. Éderson has played 29 league matches and kept 12 clean sheets. But his absence has caused uncertainty in City’s defense. If he leaves, City will need a new first-choice goalkeeper. Replacing a top goalkeeper like Éderson is a big challenge for any team.
WHAT’S NEXT FOR CITY AND ÉDERSON?
Manchester City’s next game is an important Premier League match against Tottenham Hotspur. Tottenham are fourth in the table, just six points behind City. A loss could see City get passed by Arsenal, who are two points ahead. For Éderson, talks with Saudi clubs are expected to increase after the season. City might also need to look for a new goalkeeper, depending on Stefan Ortega’s future and the team’s rebuilding. The summer could be busy for both the player and the current champions.
