Ederson reaches verbal agreement over Manchester City exit and eye-watering Saudi Arabia salary package

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Published on 2024-07-24 18:00:00

Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson has reached a verbal agreement with Saudi Arabia football bosses over a lucrative salary package. Interest in the Brazilian international has been shown by Al Nassr and Al Ittihad, with a bid of £25 million from Al Nassr being rejected by City. Manager Pep Guardiola has expressed a desire for Ederson to stay, but acknowledges that it ultimately depends on the player and other clubs.

Reports suggest that Al-Ittihad have begun talks with Manchester City over Ederson’s potential transfer, with a proposed salary of €80 million over three years. City are not actively looking to sell Ederson this summer, but are open to negotiations. If Ederson were to leave, Stefan Ortega Moreno is expected to step up as the new first-choice goalkeeper, with Burnley’s James Trafford a potential back-up option due to a buy-back clause in his contract.

Ultimately, Manchester City are facing the prospect of potentially losing Ederson to a lucrative move to the Saudi Pro League. While the club is not actively seeking a new number one goalkeeper, they are prepared to adjust their squad accordingly if Ederson decides to depart. Guardiola remains hopeful that Ederson will stay, but acknowledges that the final decision lies with the player and the interested clubs.

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