Manchester City on the Hunt for Ederson’s Successor Amid Transfer Speculations
In the ever-evolving world of football, change is the only constant. And it seems that Manchester City is gearing up for a potential shift between the posts. According to a source who spoke with ESPN, the club is actively monitoring several goalkeepers as they brace for the summer transfer window. Among the names on their radar is FC Porto’s Diogo Costa, a promising talent who could potentially fill the shoes of City’s current first-choice goalkeeper, Ederson.
Ederson, the Brazilian international, has been a stalwart at the Etihad Stadium since his arrival from Benfica in 2017. However, his future with the club is shrouded in uncertainty. Last summer, Ederson was reportedly close to a move to the Saudi Pro League, and it appears that interest from the Middle East is far from waning. The expectation is that Ederson will receive more offers at the end of this season, and he is reportedly interested in exploring a potential move to the SPL this summer.
With Ederson’s contract running until 2026, Manchester City is in a position to demand a valuation that meets their expectations before sanctioning his departure. However, the club is not resting on its laurels. They are already scouting for potential replacements, and Diogo Costa, Portugal’s No.1, is one of the top contenders.
But Costa isn’t the only goalkeeper catching City’s eye. Scouts have also been keeping tabs on Espanyol’s Joan García. The 23-year-old was linked with Arsenal last summer and has a release clause of €25 million ($28m), making him an attractive option for clubs looking to bolster their goalkeeping ranks.
- Diogo Costa – FC Porto
- Joan García – Espanyol
Meanwhile, City’s current understudy, Stefan Ortega, is also under contract for another year. However, he has been linked with a move to Bayer Leverkusen, which could further complicate City’s goalkeeping situation.
In the midst of these potential changes, Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has received a boost with the return of Erling Haaland to training. The prolific striker has been sidelined since the 2-1 win over Bournemouth in the FA Cup on March 30. While Haaland is unlikely to feature in the upcoming match against Wolves at the Etihad on Friday, there is hope that he will make his comeback before the season concludes.
City’s schedule is packed as they prepare for the FA Cup final against Crystal Palace on May 17, followed by the conclusion of the Premier League season against Fulham on May 25. Guardiola and his squad are also set to travel to Florida ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup, with their first group game against Moroccan side Wydad AC scheduled for June 18 in Philadelphia.
As the summer transfer window approaches, Manchester City finds itself at a crossroads. The potential departure of Ederson could mark the end of an era, but it also presents an opportunity for new talent to shine. Whether it’s Diogo Costa, Joan García, or another rising star, the club is poised to make strategic moves to ensure they remain at the pinnacle of English and European football.
Originally Written by: Rob Dawson
