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Amanda Langell

How Pep Guardiola Convinced Ederson to Reject Saudi Pro League Offer

Ederson rejected a move to the Saudi Pro League to stay with Manchester City. | IMAGO/Every Second Media

Months after Ederson was linked with Saudi Arabia's Al-Ittihad, the Brazilian revealed why he decided to stay with Pep Guardiola's Manchester City.

Before the 2024–25 season kicked off, Ederson looked to be the next player on the cusp of a move to the Saudi Pro League. Rumors of a potential transfer only grew after Stefan Ortega's impressive performances for Manchester City while the Brazilian was sidelined with various injuries. The move never happened, though, and Ederson confirmed the real reason he remained loyal to the Citizens.

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