Galatasaray have submitted their first official offer to Manchester City for goalkeeper Ederson, valued at around €10 million. City are holding firm, with Pep Guardiola insisting the Brazilian remains his No.1 unless a suitable proposal arrives.
Galatasaray’s opening bid rejected
Reports confirm Galatasaray made an initial move worth €10m for Ederson, but the offer fell short of City’s valuation. Guardiola stressed that Ederson will start against Wolves in the Premier League opener and remains “our player.” The 31-year-old has not submitted a transfer request, but his long-term future is under review amid growing competition from James Trafford.
City originally paid €35m for Ederson in 2017 and sources suggest they will only consider a significantly higher fee. Galatasaray’s approach represents the first formal step, yet negotiations must escalate if a deal is to progress. The Turkish champions view Ederson as their marquee summer signing but now face the challenge of matching Man City’s demands.
Donnarumma lined up as replacement
Gianluigi Donnarumma, meanwhile, has given a clear indication that he could move to Manchester. The Italy international is poised to discuss terms and would view City as an appealing option, if Ederson moves on. PSG manager Luis Enrique has sidelined Donnarumma from his first-team plans, and the French club are willing to sanction an exit for around €50m.
This situation gives City a ready-made successor, though the transfer chain relies heavily on Galatasaray raising their bid. Guardiola continues to count on Ederson, but the dynamic could change quickly if negotiations advance.
Author’s opinion
From a neutral standpoint, this feels like an early game of chess. Galatasaray’s opening offer appears more symbolic than serious, testing City’s resolve. Unless they return with a much stronger proposal, Ederson’s position looks secure. Donnarumma’s readiness adds intrigue, but for now, Guardiola’s trust in his Brazilian No.1 seems unshaken.
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