In the play-off stage of the Club World Cup being held in America, Manchester City's sensational 3:4 defeat to Al-Hilal sparked major discussions. In this match, the Citizens’ main goalkeeper Ederson was unable to play at the expected level, and this situation led to a significant decrease in the coaching staff’s trust in him.
According to sources from Fichajes, after the season’s end, Josep Guardiola made strengthening the goalkeeper position a top priority. It is reported that the coach’s attention is focused on 25-year-old Portuguese goalkeeper Diogo Costa, who has demonstrated a high level of performance at Porto in recent years.
Guardiola requires every goalkeeper in the team to provide not only classic defensive skills but also to meet modern demands — being able to accurately pass the ball with their feet. Experts note that Diogo Costa is the ideal candidate in this regard: he can deliver accurate passes from any distance and has firmly proven himself at Porto.
The Portuguese value their goalkeeper at 75 million euros. However, it is reported that Manchester City will not spare funds for such a strategically important transfer. Especially now, when the team’s goalkeeper line has lost stability, a new goalkeeper will be an important step for the team’s development.
Fans and experts are expecting a new era to begin at City, with Guardiola abandoning old preferences and making decisions that suit modern football. How this transfer policy in the goalkeeper position will affect the team’s results in Europe and domestically — the answer to this question will become clear in the coming season.
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