Éderson’s Manchester City Exit Looms Amid Saudi Interest

Published 2025-04-28 12:16 by Austin Ivy
Manchester City football news

Manchester City’s goalkeeper, Éderson, a Brazilian shot-stopper known for his exceptional distribution and ability to play out from the back, is likely to depart the club in the upcoming summer transfer window. According to recent reports, the player has concrete chances of leaving the Citizens, with Saudi Pro League clubs still expressing interest in acquiring his services. This development comes after Éderson was previously close to joining a Saudi club approximately a year ago.

Background on Éderson’s Situation

Éderson has been a key figure at Manchester City, showcasing his unique style of play, which combines goalkeeping prowess with the ability to initiate attacks with his precise passing range. His potential move to the Saudi Pro League has been a topic of discussion for some time, with as reported by various sources, negotiations between Al Ittihad and Manchester City stalling in the past. Furthermore, Éderson had rejected a Saudi offer after holding talks with Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, who has consistently expressed his desire for the goalkeeper to remain at the club.

Interest from Saudi Clubs

Saudi Pro League clubs remain keen on signing Éderson, with his potential move being a subject of interest for several months. The goalkeeper’s future at Manchester City has been a concern for Guardiola, who has expressed concern over the possibility of losing his first-choice goalkeeper. With the summer transfer window approaching, it appears that Éderson’s departure from Manchester City is becoming increasingly likely, as confirmed by recent plans.

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