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Published on 2024-02-18 13:30:00
Sheffield United striker Ben Brereton Diaz has praised Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson Moraes, stating that he is one of the best South American players to have ever graced the Premier League. The £35 million man has been a standout performer for Manchester City since his arrival at the Etihad Stadium, earning praise from former and active players alike.
Petr Cech, a respected figure in the game, recently claimed that Ederson is one of the three best goalkeepers in the world. Similarly, Jude Bellingham has hailed him as a “top goalie”, emphasizing the respect and admiration the Brazilian international commands within the football community.
Having established himself as Manchester City’s number one since joining the club in 2017, Ederson has been an integral part of Pep Guardiola’s side, winning every trophy at the club during his seven-year spell. In a league that has seen several great South American players over the years, Ben Brereton Diaz highlighted Ederson alongside former Arsenal and Manchester United winger Alexis Sanchez as one of the greatest to have played in the Premier League.
In an interview with Sky Sports, Ben Brereton Diaz spoke highly of Ederson, stating, “Ederson, what a great ‘keeper he is. For Brazil, he’s really good. Also, there are a few Chileans, Alexis Sanchez being in the Premier League, so he’s up there for me as well.”
While there are other notable South American players associated with Manchester City, such as Sergio Aguero, Carlos Tevez, and Pablo Zabaleta, Ederson is highly regarded by many, with pundits like Micah Richards claiming that the Premier League has not had a goalkeeper of his caliber in its history. With his exceptional distribution, shot-stopping ability, and consistency, Ederson has positioned himself as one of the greatest goalkeepers English football has ever seen.
As Ederson continues to make history at Manchester City, it remains to be seen if he will be unanimously regarded as the undisputed best South American player to have ever played in the Premier League. Nonetheless, his impact and performance have solidified his place among the top players in the league’s history.
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