Manchester City goalkeeper Éderson is in discussions with Al Ittihad regarding a potential transfer to the Saudi Pro League. Should the Brazilian shot-stopper depart, Stefan Ortega is set to become City’s first-choice goalkeeper.
Ongoing Negotiations
Negotiations between Manchester City and Al Ittihad are ongoing, but no agreement has been reached yet. The process is described as complex and far from completion.
City’s Goalkeeping Strategy
Despite being linked with high-profile goalkeepers such as Gianluigi Donnarumma and Jan Oblak, Manchester City has no intention of signing a ‘big name’ replacement. The club appears confident in Stefan Ortega, who was secured by City in June amid uncertainty surrounding Éderson’s future.
Background
Recent developments have seen Al Nassr’s €30 million bid for Éderson rejected by Manchester City. The club has been aware of Éderson’s talks with Saudi clubs since early July, and has been open to his departure since June.
Éderson’s potential exit has been a topic of speculation since May, with increasing interest from Saudi clubs.