According to multiple reports in Turkey, Galatasaray are now close to an agreement with Manchester City for Ederson, after settling personal terms.
Galatasaray are closing in on a deal to sign Ederson from Manchester City — with personal terms now agreed and a transfer fee nearly settled.
The Turkish champions have been pursuing the Brazilian goalkeeper for weeks and now look set to finalise an €8–9 million transfer, according to Sabah and HT Spor journalist Ömer Faruk Özcan. Ederson, 31, has one year left on his City contract and is expected to move on following the club’s signing of James Trafford from Burnley.
Personal Terms Agreed — Now Final Talks with Man City
According to Sabah, Ederson has already agreed “on all matters” with Galatasaray — meaning salary, bonuses, and contract length have been settled.
“Galatasaray are close to reaching an agreement with Manchester City for Ederson. Talks progressing positively, final fee could be around €9m with bonuses.” — Ömer Faruk Özcan (HT Spor)
The only outstanding detail is the final agreement between the two clubs, but both sides are said to be optimistic a deal will be completed soon.
Why Galatasaray Want Ederson
Galatasaray are targeting Champions League progress this season — and see Ederson as the elite-level keeper who can offer immediate leadership and experience.
Having spent seven seasons at the Etihad, Ederson brings a wealth of big-match pedigree, having won five Premier League titles, a Champions League, and numerous domestic trophies under Pep Guardiola. Galatasaray’s board believe his arrival would instantly upgrade their defensive structure.
Ederson 2024/25 Season Stats (All Competitions)
| Stat | Ederson |
|---|---|
| Games Played | 40 |
| Clean Sheets | 13 |
| Goals Conceded | 54 |
| Save Percentage | 67.2% |
| Distribution Accuracy | 89% |
Analyst Verdict
For Manchester City, this marks the end of an era. Ederson redefined the modern goalkeeper role under Guardiola, becoming as much a playmaker as a shot-stopper. But with just one year left on his contract, and Trafford now signed, the time for succession is clear.
Galatasaray are getting a proven elite-level goalkeeper who thrives under pressure — a major boost for their domestic title defence and European ambitions.
Key Insights
- Ederson has agreed personal terms with Galatasaray
- City and Galatasaray are close to a final agreement (~€9m including bonuses)
- Ederson’s contract expires in summer 2026
- James Trafford’s arrival accelerates City’s succession plan
- Move not yet confirmed
What’s Next for Ederson and Manchester City?
Final talks between City and Galatasaray are expected to conclude in the coming days. If the fee is finalised around €9m, Ederson could undergo a medical in Istanbul early next week.
City will likely confirm James Trafford as the new backup — or challenger — to Stefan Ortega, with a view to rotating through 2025/26. For Ederson, this could be the final major move of his career.
Should City cash in now — or give Ederson one more year at the Etihad?
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