Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has expressed his strong wish for goalkeeper Éderson to remain at the club, amidst growing interest from Saudi Arabian clubs. Guardiola emphasised Éderson’s importance to the team, stating, “I would love, from the bottom of my heart, that Éderson stays. He’s a key player for us.”
Éderson’s Irreplaceability
Guardiola highlighted the difficulty of finding a replacement for the Brazilian shot-stopper, saying, “It’s so difficult to replace a top player like Éderson.” The manager’s comments were shared via @City_Xtra.
Squad Stability
Guardiola also mentioned the club’s current stance on transfers, indicating that no major changes are expected if no players leave. “If nobody goes, we’ll stay as we are,” he stated.
Recent Context
This statement follows recent speculation about Éderson’s future at Manchester City. On 24 July, Guardiola had already expressed uncertainty regarding the goalkeeper’s future at the club. Additionally, there have been hints about potential squad changes, although no specific details have been confirmed.
Éderson, who has been a crucial part of Manchester City’s success, is now at the centre of transfer rumours, with Saudi Arabian clubs reportedly showing interest in acquiring his services.