Manchester City are now reportedly in talks to sign a goalkeeper who could replace Ederson next season.
Pep rebuilds team
Guardiola has been rebuilding his squad this month after their performances in the Premier League have been well below par this season, and it looks like some new players are on the way.
Pep Guardiola is keen to bolster his attacking options as Frankfurt’s Omar Marmouche deal nears completion, while also preparing a £55m bid for Juventus defender Andrea Cambiasso.
defensive duo Vitor Reis and Abdukodir Khusanov will also arrive Pep is looking to strengthen his squad in a number of areas at the Etihad Stadium in the near future – and now there are signs he may also bring in a new goalkeeper.
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They waste very little time…
According to a report from Football Transfer, Manchester City have now identified Porto’s Diogo Costa as their top target A deal is more likely to be struck in the summer rather than January.
The 25-year-old has been chosen as first choice to replace Ederson next season, with the Brazilian’s starting spot now under significant threat from Stefan Ortega.
The Sky Blues have made contact with Costa and begun talks, underscoring their concrete interest in his signing, with the potential move said to be now gaining momentum.
If Guardiola signs a move for the Porto goalkeeper this summer, Ederson could move to the Saudi Professional League, where lucrative offers abound.
Diogo Costa could be Ederson’s perfect successor
In exciting news, Manchester City have selected the Portugal international as their top target following his impressive performances in his home country over the years.
The Swiss-born goalkeeper ranks among 97th percentile According to FBref, he has kept a clean sheet per 90 games over the past year, while also ranking in the 95th percentile for goals compared to peers in his position.
The Porto academy graduate has Champions League experience as an added bonus, with his performance in the game earning praise from Football Talent scout Jacek Kulig, who branded him a “superman”.
Ederson has been an excellent servant for Manchester City and played a major role in the success of the Guardiola era, but Ortega’s emergence as a starter may be a sign that the Brazilian’s best days are now behind him.
The reigning Premier League champions should therefore pursue a move for Costa this summer as he has proven he is ready to join one of Europe’s top clubs.
