I’m Really Pleased Ederson Is Staying –Guardiola …C0NTINUE READING HERE >>>
Pep Guardiola has expressed his relief that Brazilian goalkeeper Ederson has decided to remain at Manchester City this season.
Al Ittihad were one of two Saudi Arabian clubs linked with a move for Ederson, who still has two years left of his contract at the Premier League champions.
Speaking ahead of Saturday’s However, Community Shield against Manchester United Guardiola confirmed that Ederson is staying.
“It’s a huge relief that Ederson and [Stefan] Ortega are staying,” he was quoted on Sky Sports.
“We couldn’t have gone through this unbelievable eight-year process without Ederson. Impossible. His charisma. His consistency.
“To replace the goalkeeper is tricky in the way that we play, so I’m really pleased he stays. He will start [against Manchester United].”
City would hope to kick off the new campaign on a high when they face United in the Community Shield.
In last season’s FA Cup final United emerged 2-1 winners to stop their city rivals from completing the double.
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