The new Premier League season has kicked off with great interest. In the opening round, Manchester City faced Wolverhampton and secured a 4-0 victory. However, one detail in the squad caught the fans’ attention — first-choice goalkeeper Ederson was not included in the matchday roster.
To shed light on the situation, City manager Pep Guardiola gave his comments at the press conference.
— Today I don’t have exact information, — said Guardiola. — Yesterday I saw he was unwell. The medical tests showed gastroenteritis. After that, I haven’t had the chance to speak with our sporting director, Hugo Viana.
Guardiola also openly shared his principle regarding players’ futures:
— I have always thought this way: if a player wants to leave the team, he should be allowed to do so. But it must happen under the club’s terms. If a player feels unhappy, there is no point in staying here. I have believed this ever since my time at Barcelona.
It should be recalled that in recent days, media reports suggested Turkish giants Galatasaray are seriously interested in Ederson.
The Brazilian goalkeeper has been playing for Manchester City since 2017. His current contract with the club runs until the summer of 2026. According to Transfermarkt, his market value is estimated at 20 million euros.
In conclusion, Ederson’s future remains uncertain for now. However, as Guardiola emphasized, any decision will be made based on both the club’s interests and the player’s wishes. Therefore, more intriguing updates on this topic are expected in the coming weeks.
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