Saudi Pro League clubs 'aggressively pursuing' Man City star amid Italy, Turkey interest

Manchester City goalkeeper Ederson is reportedly wanted by Saudi Pro League clubs Al-Nassr and Al Ittihad.

The 31-year-old is one of nearly a dozen Citizens stars who are expected to stay on the blue side of Manchester this summer.

Ederson played a total of 26 matches in the Premier League last term, keeping 10 clean sheets as Man City qualified for the Champions League.

The Brazil international has enjoyed a trophy-laden spell with the Citizens, winning six Premier League titles and the Champions League in 2023.

The shot-stopper has spent the majority of his summer to date in the United States, where Man City competed in the Club World Cup.

Man City's Ederson wanted by Saudi giants?

According to CaughtOffside, Manchester City could be waving goodbye to the services of their first-choice goalkeeper this summer.

The report claims that both Al-Nassr and Al Ittihad of the Saudi Pro League are ready to 'aggressively pursue' the signature of the veteran.

It is understood that the pair will attempt to lure Ederson to the Middle East with a two-year contract totalling over £21m across a 24-month period.

As well as interest from the Saudi Pro League, it is also believed that Serie A champions Napoli and Turkish powerhouses Galatasaray are eyeing up moves for the Brazilian.

As the start of the Premier League campaign approaches, it remains to be seen whether Ederson could be tempted by the riches of the Pro League.

Man City goalkeeping ranks

Due to Ederson suffering a number of injuries over the past few years, German Stefan Ortega has often stepped up in between the sticks for Man City.

The 32-year-old has performed admirably when given the chance by Pep Guardiola, although it is hard to imagine the former Arminia Bielefeld man winning the number-one jersey.

As a result, it is highly likely that the Citizens would dip into the goalkeeper market should Ederson depart to Saudi Arabia this summer.

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Carter White